POONCH: On the directions of Deputy Commissioner   Ashok Kumar Sharma, a joint team of district administration Poonch and police officials today visited the landslide-affected area of Chikriban to assess the situation and ensure immediate relief measures.

The team, led by Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Muhammad Sayeed and comprising Tehsildar Mandi Ashfaq Hussain; DySP Headquarters Neeraj Sharma; SHO Loran, SHO Mandi along with revenue officials and local representatives conducted an on-spot inspection of the affected area.

During the assessment, 9 residential houses and one primary school were found vulnerable to the landslide threat. As a precautionary measure, the primary school has been shifted to a nearby private building to ensure the safety of students.

The administration has also identified alternate accommodation for families residing in the vulnerable zone. A relief camp has been established on-site under the supervision of the Naib Tehsildar Loran to facilitate immediate assistance to affected residents.

Reassuringly, no loss of life has been reported so far. Additionally, two government buildings have been kept ready for relocation purposes, if the situation demands further evacuation. The district administration continues to closely monitor the situation and remains committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of the residents.

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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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