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  • Airport-style lounge with modern amenities aims to enhance passenger comfort in the Valley

SRINAGAR: In a step towards improving passenger amenities, the Jammu Division of Northern Railway has inaugurated a state-of-the-art Executive Waiting Lounge at Srinagar Railway Station. The facility has been launched under the guidance of Divisional Railway Manager Vivek Kumar as part of the Railways’ ongoing efforts to enhance services for passengers traveling to and from the Kashmir Valley.

Designed with modern interiors and airport-style facilities, the lounge offers passengers a comfortable and premium environment while they wait for their trains. The fully functional lounge provides a serene setting equipped with comfortable seating, Wi-Fi connectivity, and dining options, ensuring a relaxing experience for both tourists and local travellers.The lounge has been equipped with 14 recliner sofas, allowing passengers to relax for ₹50 per hour per person.

Additionally, 50 two-seater sofa seats have been arranged for families and group travellers at a nominal charge of ₹20 per hour per person.Senior Divisional Commercial Manager, Jammu Division, Uchit Singhal, said the lounge has been thoughtfully designed with modern furnishings and a calm ambience to offer passengers an ‘executive’ experience away from the hustle and bustle of the station.He added that the initiative will provide world-class comfort to tourists as well as local passengers traveling to and from Kashmir, making their waiting time at the station more convenient and pleasant.

In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
A Profound Loss: JK Monitor Mourns the Passing of Founding Chairman Dr. Priya Ranjan

We at JK Monitor are profoundly saddened by the sudden demise of our Founding Chairman, Dr. Priya Ranjan.IN LOVING MEMORY Dr Priya Ranjan

A brilliant mind who studied at Netarhat Residential School and graduated in Electrical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur before earning his PhD from the University of Maryland, Dr. Ranjan chose to return to India and dedicate his life to teaching, research and social good.

His pioneering work in networked systems, AI, robotics and biomedical applications—especially computer-vision tools for early detection of cancer and heart disease—reflected his deep belief that advanced technology must serve humanity.

For more than 15 years at JK Monitor, he remained a loyal friend, mentor and collaborator, marked by rare humility, intellectual integrity and quiet generosity. His passing leaves a void that cannot be filled. Priya, you will be deeply missed. Your life continues to remind us that knowledge finds its highest purpose in the service of others.

— Team JK Monitor

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Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here