HANDWARA: With an aim to strengthen police-public relations and to address the issues of the local population, J&K Police under the supervision of SHO Police Station Kralgund, organised a Police-Public Meeting at Village Ashpora kralgund. The meeting witnessed large participation of locals from Ashpora and adjoining villages, who actively engaged in the interactive session.

During the meeting, the participants raised various genuine demands and grievances concerning civic amenities and day-to-day issues being faced by the community. The chairing officer gave a patient hearing to the concerns and assured the participants that their demands would be resolved on priority while the issues pertaining to other departments will be taken up with the concerned departments for timely redressal.

To ensure better communication between the public and police, official contact numbers were shared with the locals, encouraging them to reach out in case of any emergency or assistance. On the occasion, participants were also made aware about important issues including New Criminal Laws (NCL) and their implications for the society, rising threat of cyber frauds and preventive measures, Drug abuse and its disastrous impact on youth and society and Other social evils undermining community welfare. Community members have hailed the efforts of police in facilitating community interaction meets where participants express their opinion freely.

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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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