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KATHUA: Transport Commissioner J&K, Vishesh Paul Mahajan, RTO Jammu, Pankaj Bagotra today paid a surprise visit to MVD Tax collection post at Lakhanpur to review its functioning. The Transport Commissioner directed enforcement officials not to allow unfit vehicles or any vehicle without proper documents to enter J&K. Incharge MVD Tax collection post Lakhapur and ARTO Kathua were directed to ensure that no manual transaction of cash is entertained.  He exhorted on all the officers/officials posted at the check post to keep a constant vigil on all the incoming vehicles.

An enforcement naka was laid at Basolimorh by Transport Commissioner J&K along with RTO Jammu and staff of MVD Kathua. The main focus of checking was on offences like rash driving, overloading, use of mobile phone while driving and vehicles without valid documents. 25 vehicles were challaned for different traffic violations.

Later, the Transport Commissioner visited RTO Office Kathua and also supervised the ongoing trial for driving licences at trail ground. He interacted with the applicants and took a detailed review of the working of the MVD Kathua. He directed the staff to ensure timely delivery of the services to the general public. ARTO Kathua was directed to increase the enforcement activities in the district to curb traffic violations for minimizing road accidents and saving precious human lives.

Later, the Transport Commissioner along with RTO Jammu met Deputy Commissioner Kathua, Rakesh Minhas and discussed Transport related issues and implementation of directions issued by Supreme Court Committee on Road Safety and State Road Safety Committee for minimizing the road accidents in the district.

At a media interaction, the Transport Commissioner said that  regular checking will be conducted in the UT to curb  traffic violations. “Strict action amounting to suspension of Driving Licences, Route Permits and Registration Certificates of repeated traffic violators will be initiated to minimize road accidents and save precious human lives” he added.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here
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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