SRINAGAR: Following the announcement of dates for the commencement of 2nd leg of the 6th Edition of the Khelo India Winter Games at Gulmarg, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Anshul Garg chaired a comprehensive meeting to review preparations for the smooth and successful conduct of the national sporting event.

The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Commissioner SMC, SSP Traffic Srinagar, SSP Security, SSP Traffic Rural, Secretary, J&K Sports Council, CEO GDA, RTO, and officers from various departments including Information, Health, PHE, KPDCL, Transport, Hospitality & Protocol, Tourism, Cable Car Corporation, IMD, ULB, RDD, Rural Sanitation, Doordarshan, and other concerned agencies.

At the outset, Secretary, J&K Sports Council gave a detailed presentation covering the number of participants, expected VIP attendance, scheduled events, accommodation availability, transportation plans, cultural programmes, and promotional activities.

While chairing the meeting, the Divisional Commissioner reviewed a wide range of arrangements, including the arrival of participants at Srinagar Airport, transportation logistics to Gulmarg, accommodation facilities, and essential services such as electricity, drinking water, sanitation, mobile network connectivity, and critical healthcare services. He stressed the need for seamless coordination among all departments.

Emphasizing synergy and accountability, he directed the appointment of nodal officers for specific roles and assignments. He also ordered the activation of a joint control room to facilitate effective communication among stakeholder departments and ensure timely dissemination of information, further strengthening interdepartmental coordination. 

The Divisional Commissioner instructed the Chief Medical Officer to ensure the availability of an ECG machine at Gandola, deployment of medical teams, and placement of a critical care ambulance at the venue. He also called for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation at the venues and along the route from Srinagar Airport to Gulmarg.

Highlighting safety measures, he directed an increase in the number of Avalanche Rescue Team members for immediate response to any hazard and emphasized the mandatory use of anti-skid chains by vehicles operating on Gulmarg-Tangmarg road. Also, he instructed the Director Tourism to leverage the event to promote tourism activities and boost tourist footfall in the region.

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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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