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SRINAGAR: According to the Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL, in order to carry out the commissioning of 100 KVA Transformer at Horse Stable Boulevard for reliable power supply to street lighting network at Grand Palace Zeetyar Horse Stable and Rajbhawan, shutdown of 33KV Cheshmashahi-TRC line and 33 KV Centaur-Badamibagh Tap line shall be observed from 09:00 AM to 11:30 AM on 04 September, 2025, however none of the Receiving Stations shall remain off also power supply to none of the areas will be affected.

Meanwhile as per a separate shutdown schedule issued by the Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL, in order to make LILO arrangements of 33 KV Pampore-SIDCO line operational at IE Wuyan, shutdown of 33 KV Pampore-SIDCO line shall be observed due to which 33/11KV Receiving Stations at IE Khrew, 33 KV dedicated installations Cement Plants shall remain off while power supply to IE Khrew & cement plants will be affected from 08:00 AM to 11:00 AM on 07 September, 2025.

Moreover to facilitate cutting down of poplar trees near 33 KV Khellan line, shutdown of 33 KV Khellan Tap line feeding from Awantipora Sangam-I line shall be observed due to which 33/11KV Receiving Station at Khellan shall remain off while power supply to Rakh/ Litter, Naina, Batpora, Khellan and adjoining areas will be affected from 08:00 AM to 12:00 Noon on 08 September, 2025.

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