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UDHAMPUR: Additional Chief Secretary (ACS), Public Works Department, Anil Kumar Singh, today conducted an extensive inspection of the landslide-affected stretches of National Highway-44 from Udhampur to Chenani to review the damage and the progress of restoration works. He was accompanied by Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Minga Sherpa, along with officers from the Civil Administration, Traffic Police and the National Highways Authority of India.

During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner briefed the ACS on the extent of damage caused by recent landslides along the Udhampur-Chenani stretch of NH-44. He informed him about the ongoing restoration, debris clearance and road repair works being undertaken to restore normal traffic movement.

The ACS personally monitored the situation and directed the NHAI authorities to expedite restoration works to ensure the early clearance of the highway and minimize inconvenience to commuters and the general public. He also inspected the Toldi Bridge site, reviewed the status of the bridge project.

Emphasising seamless traffic management, Anil Kumar directed the Traffic Police and NHAI to work in close coordination to maintain smooth and uninterrupted traffic flow on NH-44. He instructed the concerned agencies to remove debris and clear all landslide-affected areas at the earliest while ensuring the safety and convenience of commuters.

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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.

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