JAMMU: In order to take stock of the preparations for the upcoming Budget Session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, scheduled to commence on March 3, 2025, the Commissioner Secretary Information Technology Department conducted a comprehensive inspection of the internet connectivity infrastructure at the Legislative Assembly Complex in Jammu.

The inspection was led by Commissioner Secretary, Information Technology, Saurabh Bhagat, to ensure the digital infrastructure was fully prepared for a seamless and efficient legislative session.

During his visit, Saurabh Bhagat emphasised the importance of a robust IT framework in facilitating legislative proceedings. He directed that the Assembly hall, along with all essential rooms within the complex, including areas designated for media personnel and the general public, be equipped with necessary Access Points (APs) to provide uninterrupted internet connectivity. Ensuring seamless digital communication and real-time access to information is priority of the department for smooth functioning of the assembly.

The Commissioner Secretary instructed CEO JaKeGA, Rupesh Kumar and Jaskaran Singh Modi, SIO NIC, to oversee and implement measures to guarantee uninterrupted connectivity throughout the Budget session.

The CEO JaKeGA, mentioned that an additional redundant internet link of  5 Gbps has been provisioned in the Assembly Hall besides the primary 1 Gbps NIC link. He also directed that four JaKeGA resource persons along with service vendors be deployed in shifts to ensure continuous monitoring of internet connectivity, preventing service disruptions and maintaining optimal network performance. Besides this, capacity building sessions will be arranged for the MLAs as per schedule to enhance their digital proficiency.

This proactive initiative by the IT Department underscores the government’s commitment towards leveraging technology for efficient legislative operations. The department remains dedicated to implement best practices in digital connectivity, reinforcing Jammu and Kashmir’s progress towards a more advanced, technology driven governance model.

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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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