RAJOURI:  Deputy Commissioner Abhishek Sharma today visited the Government Medical College Hospital to enquire about the condition of the persons injured in a road accident near Chingus on Jammu- Rajouri – Poonch National Highway. The road mishap claimed two lives and left seven others injured. During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner interacted with the medical staff and directed them to provide prompt and quality treatment to the injured persons. He assured every possible support from district administration to the families of the injured persons.

Later, the DC visited the site of the accident to take stock of the situation. He was accompanied by the Superintending Engineer R&B, officers from Traffic Police, Assistant Regional Transport Officer (ARTO), and representatives of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO).

Taking serious note of the fatal accident, the Deputy Commissioner sought an action taken report from all concerned departments and directed them to implement immediate and long-term corrective measures to prevent such mishaps in future. He specifically instructed for strict enforcement of traffic rules, installation of signage at vulnerable locations, regular monitoring and checking of high-speed vehicles, identification and corrective measures along accident-prone stretches.

“The safety of the people is our topmost priority and there will be zero tolerance against negligent driving and traffic violations,” the Deputy Commissioner said while reiterating the administration’s commitment to ensuring road safety.

He further stressed the importance of coordinated action among the enforcement agencies, including police, transport, and road construction departments, to minimize road accidents and safeguard public lives. The Deputy Commissioner assured that robust measures will be taken to enhance road safety across the district, and such incidents will be met with stringent administrative response.

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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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