UDHAMPUR: District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Udhampur convened a meeting in the Conference Hall of the District Court Complex today, focusing on the "For the Nation" 90 day Mediation drive Campaign. The initiative is a 90-day mediation drive aimed at settling pending cases in all Taluka Courts and District Courts. The meeting was chaired by Additional District & Sessions Judge Kamlesh Pandit, who emphasized the importance of disposing of cases within the prescribed timeline.

Secretary DLSA Dr. Smriti Sharma, along with all Judicial Officers/Judges of the District Court, the Bar President and office bearers and all mediators of the DLSA, attended the meeting. During the session, the Presiding Officer stressed that mediators play a vital role in ensuring cases are resolved efficiently and effectively. He urged the mediators to work diligently to dispose of cases within the given timeframe, highlighting the significance of timely justice delivery in reducing the burden on the judicial system.

The Addl. District & Sessions Judge sensitized the stakeholders about the importance of mediation in achieving speedy justice and reducing case backlogs. The meeting served as a platform for Judicial Officers, mediators and Bar representatives to discuss strategies and best practices for the successful implementation of the mediation drive.

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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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