• Successful completion of training would equip the participants to act as a force multiplier in fingerprint analysis: Chief Guest ADGP Hqrs/Cord HQ, J&K Police

JAMMU: The "12-Week Proficiency Course in Fingerprint Science" for J&K Police commenced at the Conference Hall, DPL Jammu, in collaboration with the Central Fingerprint Bureau, National Crime Records Bureau. The course aims to familiarize participants with fingerprint knowledge and the National Automated Fingerprint Identification System (NAFIS), a real-time and comprehensive fingerprint identification system that assists law enforcement agencies. ADGP Headquarters/Coordination PHQ, Shri M.K Sinha was the chief guest at the inaugural section. 

Speaking on the occasion, the ADGP Headquarters stressed the importance of active participation and dedication to the course, highlighting that applying the gained knowledge would contribute significantly to achieving organizational objectives. He added that once the participants are trained proficiently, they would be capable to handle fingerprint-related work. 

Shri Sinha emphasized the need for participants to engage fully with the course and utilize the knowledge acquired to support the organization's goals. He underlined that the successful completion of the training would equip the participants to act as a force multiplier in fingerprint analysis, addressing the current shortage of experts in J&K. 

Dr. Sunil Gupta, IGP, Crime, J&K gave a brief overview of trainees and the course overview was presented by Dr. Sudha, Director, CFPB. Shri Manoj Kumar Pandith presented vote of thanks. 

A total of 40 officers, comprising 3 Inspectors, 6 Sub-Inspectors, 8 Head Constables, 22 Constables, and 1 lady official, have been selected for this pioneering course organized by J&K Police. The course will be conducted in two parts.10 weeks course will be held at Jammu, covering topics such as Biological basis of fingerprints, History of fingerprints, Pioneers in fingerprint science, Fingerprint collection and analysis, Classification and identification of fingerprints 

The 2nd part of the course will be held at Delhi Fingerprint Bureau and Central Fingerprint Bureau, focusing on practical aspects of managing crime scenes, locating and processing chance prints, and identifying criminals  Mrs. Sarah Rizvi, IPS, DIG-Trgs, PHQ, J&K also attended the function.

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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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