SRINAGAR: Minister for Transport, Satish Sharma today informed the J&K Legislative Assembly that the Revised Car Policy is presently under consideration of the Government, wherein it has been proposed to introduce the principle of “One Vehicle-One Officer". The Minister was replying to a question raised by Ranbir Singh Pathania.

“The proposed policy shall also provide for such specific exceptions as may be considered necessary by the Government, keeping in view security requirements, field duties, additional assignments/charges, operational exigencies and the functional requirements of Particular Departments/ organizations' After approval of the Revised Car Policy by the Government, the provisions thereof shall be implemented across the concerned Departments/ PSUs/ Boards/ Autonomous Bodies as Per the approved policy.

The proposed "One vehicle-one officer" principle is thus intended to ensure rationalization of Government vehicles, optimum utilization of available resources and economy in Government expenditure” he informed. He said that the State Motor Garages Department conducts necessary audit/Physical verification of the vehicle fleet timely.

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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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