SRINAGAR: Additional Chief Secretary (ACS), Higher Education, (Mentor District Srinagar), Shantamanu, on Saturday chaired a meeting of Civil Defence Coordination Committee here at Meeting Hall of DC Office Srinagar to assess the on ground preparedness regarding civil defence, emergency services and public reassurance measures in Srinagar district.

Shantamanu had a detailed assessment of the Civil Defence preparedness, focusing on the readiness to handle emergencies and ensure the safety of critical installations and residents in the district. The ACS also discussed in detail all aspects of Civil Defence measures viz, district preparedness, exigency plan and essential services to be provided through any troublesome circumstances. He reviewed the measures being taken to further strengthen the civil defence mechanisms, ensuring security of critical infrastructure and citizen safety.

He underscored the importance of seamless coordination among various departments and agencies to bolster public confidence and enhance the effectiveness of emergency responses and confidence on the ground. The ACS acknowledged the proactive measures taken by the district administration Srinagar, to fortify civil defence measures and ensure swift action in times of emergency.

Earlier, Deputy Commissioner, Srinagar, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat, who is also the Controller Civil Defence Srinagar, apprised the meeting of the Civil Defence measures, exigency plan and preparedness put in place to deal any emergent situation through a detailed powerpoint presentation. He also briefed the ACS about the safety and security measures being put in place at vital and important installations in the District.

Commissioner Srinagar Municipal Corporation, Dr Owais Ahmad, who was also present in the meeting, assured all possible support from the Corporation to the district administration to handle emergencies.

The meeting was attended by the Additional Deputy Commissioner, Mir Imtiyaz-Ul Aziz, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Aadil Fareed, Superintendent of Police, Umer Shah, Chief Planning Officer, Fayaz Ahmad, Deputy Controller Civil Defence, Superintending Engineers of R&B, KPDCL, KPTCL, SDM West, Tehsildars, Officers from   SDRF, YS&S, Education, Fire & Emergency, FCS&CA, consultant DDMA and other concerned departments.

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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.

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