SRINAGAR: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Bidhuri, today convened a meeting to review the arrangements being put in place for smooth conduct of upcoming Legends Cricket League to be held next month at Bakshi Stadium, Srinagar.

While referring to the League as a signature event, he issued slew of directions to the line departments to ensure comprehensive arrangements during the event as thousands of spectators are expected to throng the venue. He directed the SMC to supplement the sanitation and deep cleaning arrangements at the Stadium besides ensuring installation of large bins and keeping dewatering pumps in a standby position in case of rainfall.

The Div Com exhorted upon the PHE and PDD to ensure uninterrupted supply of drinking water and electricity to the venue. Similarly, instructions were given to the health department for deployment of expert medical teams and ambulances at the venue to extend immediate help when required. The F&E department was asked to keep fire tenders in the vicinity of the stadium to tackle any incident of fire. Besides, the Food Safety Department was assigned the role of food analysis to ensure hygienic food is provided to the players and supporting staff.

Among others present in the meeting were Additional Commissioner Kashmir, ADC, Srinagar, officers of various departments including SMC, PDD, PHE, UEED, Information, Hospitality & Protocol, Fire & Emergency, Health, Police besides CEO, Legends Cricket League, Raman Raheja and Secretary, J&K Sports Council.

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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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