GANDERBAL: Acting tough against violations of the Immigration and Foreigners Act, Police in Ganderbal under the supervision of SSP Ganderbal Shri Khalil Ahmad Poswal-JKPS carried out a comprehensive checking of hotels in the Sonamarg area.

During the inspection conducted by Police Station Sonamarg, it was found that three hotels — Hotel Mount View, Hotel Imperial Resort, and Hotel Village Walk were hosting foreign tourists without submitting their details to the Foreigners Registration Office (FRO) within the stipulated time period, as mandated under Section 17 of the Immigration and Foreigners Act 2025.

Taking cognizance of the violations, Police Station Sonamarg registered FIR No. 25/2025, 26/2025 and 27/2025 under Section 8/23(b) of the Immigration and Foreigners Act 2025 against the concerned hotel owners for non-compliance with the legal provisions.

J&K Police urge all hotel and guesthouse owners in the district, especially those hosting foreign nationals, to strictly adhere to the guidelines and ensure timely submission of guest particulars to the FRO to avoid legal action. J&K Police remain committed to ensuring strict enforcement of laws and maintaining transparency and accountability in the hospitality sector.

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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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