HANDWARA: Senior Superintendent of Police Handwara, Shri Mushtaq Ahmad Chowdhary-JKPS, chaired a detailed crime and security review meeting at the Conference Hall of District Police Office Handwara. The meeting was attended by Addl. SP Handwara, SDPOs, SHOs, DOs, and investigating officers of the Police District, where a comprehensive review of crime records, security preparedness, and law & order measures was conducted.

SSP Handwara while reviewing the under-investigation cases made a key emphasis on certain aspects of investigation including action against terror ecosystem. While reviewing UAPA cases, SSP emphasized on a focused strategy to crack down on terrorist entities and their overground workers, with special attention on identifying and attaching properties under UAPA provisions. SSP Handwara also stressed on the speedy disposal of Inquests proceedings. Officers were directed to ensure time-bound and merit-based disposal of inquest proceedings and pending cases, with accountability fixed at every stage of investigation.

Highlighting the drug menace & challenge posed by habitual offenders, SSP Handwara laid stress on continuing the relentless drive against narcotics, drug peddlers, and habitual offenders, to safeguard the youth and society from the menace. The officer in the detailed review of all under-investigation cases emphasised on the quality of investigation which can fetch conviction of accused. The SSP issued clear instructions for quality investigation, timely filing of charge-sheets, and effective follow-up in courts.

Special emphasis was placed on strengthening police-public relations, by ensuring people-friendly policing, grievance redressal, and community-centric initiatives. Moreover, SSP Handwara also made a threadbare assessment of the overall security scenario so as to devise preventive measures against upcoming challenges and to maintain peace, harmony, and stability in the district.

Interacting with the officers, SSP Handwara highlighted the need for exhibiting Professionalism, integrity, and commitment in policing. Besides he stressed on the need for strict adherence to law and accountability mechanisms at all levels and also enhanced coordination between different police units for better results.

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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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