In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

JAMMU: Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar and Inspector General of Police Bhim Sen Tuti today visited M A Stadium to review the arrangements for UT level Republic Day 2026 celebrations.

Senior officials from Police and Civil administration, including Deputy Commissioner Jammu, Commissioner Jammu Municipal Corporation, Director Information, SSP Jammu, HoDs of line departments were present.

During the visit, the Divisional Commissioner and the IGP Jammu took stock of arrangements and preparations assigned to various departments for the smooth and successful conduct of the national festival.

Reviewing the arrangements, the Div Com stressed maintaining close synergy among the departments while executing the plans. The officials were directed to finalise all arrangements on the ground well in time.

The Div Com and IGP took a detailed review of security arrangements, frisking points, traffic management, seating plan, posters, floral decoration, sanitation, illumination, power and water supply, transport service for ferrying  participants and citizens to  the venue, fire emergency plan, medical facilities, ambulances and other preparations.

Directions were issued for round the clock presence of field staff of all line departments including PDD, PHE and PWD in the control room. The Div Com further directed for water proof tentage and heating arrangements in anticipation of adverse weather conditions.

Proper rehearsals of the parade contingents, timing of tableau and cultural performances were also discussed for seamless execution of all the activities of the Republic Day celebration 2026.

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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.

— Team JK Monitor

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