• Two School buses seized, Registration of six Buses, ten Driving Licenses being suspended

PULWAMA: In compliance with the directives issued by the Deputy Commissioner Pulwama, Kuldeep Krishan Sidha and Transport Commissioner, Vishesh Paul Mahajan, a joint enforcement team comprising officials from the office of the Assistant Regional Transport Officer (ARTO), Pulwama, and the Traffic Police, Pulwama, carried out an extensive traffic enforcement drive today across key corridors in the district.

The targeted operations covered vital stretches, including the Pulwama- Newa Road, Drabgam, and Rajpora, focusing primarily on curbing critical traffic infractions such as passenger vehicles carrying excess commuters, school buses operating in violation of safety guidelines, and habitual offenders operating Light Motor Vehicles (LMVs).

During the day-long operation, 60 vehicles were intercepted and subjected to thorough physical and regulatory inspections. Violators contravening the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, and allied safety rules were penalized on the spot, resulting in an expected fine realization of Rs 101000. In addition to monetary penalties, the enforcement team recommended the suspension of 10 driving licenses, suspension of registration of six vehicles, and seized two school buses for non-compliance with statutory safety requirements.

Highlighting the department's zero-tolerance policy against road indiscipline, the enforcement authorities stated that such joint drives will continue with increased frequency across District Pulwama to ensure strict compliance with motor vehicle regulations, curb overloading, and safeguard commuter safety.

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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