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  • DC reviews preparations for smooth conduct of the event

KATHUA: Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma today chaired a meeting of the officers from line departments to review arrangements for the Padyatra being organized on November 1, 2025 to commemorate the 150th Birth Anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel as part of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas celebrations.

The meeting discussed in detail key aspects for smooth conduct of the event including route plan, security arrangements, traffic regulation, sanitation, medical aid, water supply and participation of students and citizens. It was decided in the meeting that the Padyatra would commence from Government Degree College Boys and culminate at Government Degree College Women.

The DC directed all departments to make coordinated efforts for the successful organization of the Padyatra, emphasizing that the event symbolizes the ideals of unity, integrity and national integration championed by Sardar Patel. He called for wide public participation and awareness activities to make the event more impactful.

The Education Department was asked to mobilize participation of students and NSS volunteers, while the Youth Services and Sports Department was directed to facilitate active involvement of youth clubs and sports associations. The Police and Traffic authorities were instructed to ensure foolproof security and seamless traffic movement along the Yatra route.

The DC directed the Municipal Council to ensure cleanliness and sanitation along the route and the Health Department to deploy medical teams and ambulances for emergency support. The Information Department was asked to give adequate media coverage and highlight the message of unity and patriotism associated with the occasion.

Earlier, Nodal Officer from GOI Khushal Gupta Deputy Director (MY Bharat, Kathua) briefed the meeting about the SOPs and protocols for the commemoration events under Sardar@ 150 campaign. Among others, SSP Kathua, ADC Kathua, ACD, CPO, SDM Hiranagar, CEO, CMO, CEO MC Kathua besides officers of Youth Services & Sports and other concerned departments attended the meeting.

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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