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JAMMU: The dry run of Shri Amarnathji Yatra-2026 was conducted today from Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas, Jammu to Banihal, Ramban in Jammu division. Divisional Commissioner Jammu Ramesh Kumar, Inspector General of Police Bhim Sen Tuti and Inspector General CRPF Jammu Sector Amol V Homkar reviewed the arrangements for convoy movement, security and pilgrim facilities at the halts at Chanderkote and Banihal in Ramban.

The convoy departed in the early hours of the morning with senior officers leading in the convoy bus. They undertook a thorough review of the yatra route from the Yatri Niwas to Banihal.

Deputy Commissioner Ramban received the convoy at Chanderkote and apprised the Divisional Commissioner of the arrangements for pilgrims during the convoy's halt, including langar, power, water supply, sanitation and accommodation.

The convoy then moved to Lamber in Banihal for its next halt. The Div Com reviewed the final arrangements at Lamber, inspecting amenities for pilgrims including drinking water and a medical room.

The Yatra is set to be flagged off on July 2. A series of reviews and inspections has been conducted in recent months ahead of Shri Amarnathji Yatra-2026.

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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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