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REASI: Deputy Commissioner Reasi Kumar Abhishek, who is also Vice Chairman Shri Shiv Khori Shrine Board (SSKSB), inaugurated Shravan Mahotsav-2026 today -coinciding with the first Monday of the holy month of Shravan. The celebrations commenced with a traditional Kavad Yatra, taken out from Darshani Deori to the revered Shri Shiv Khori Shrine.

The Kavad Yatra witnessed enthusiastic participation from a large number of devotees. They carried holy water amid chanting devotional hymns and slogans in praise of Lord Shiva. The spiritual procession culminated at the holy cave shrine, where special prayers and rituals were performed. Upon reaching the shrine, the Deputy Commissioner participated in the Hawan and offered prayers for peace, prosperity and the well-being of all.

Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner extended warm greetings to the devotees on the auspicious occasion of Shravan. He informed that the district administration and the Shri Shiv Khori Shrine Board have made comprehensive arrangements to ensure a safe, smooth and comfortable pilgrimage for the visiting devotees. ā€œDuring the holy month a series of religious activities, including Shiv Katha and Bhajan Sandhya, will be organized as part of the Shravan Mahotsav,ā€ he added.

Senior officers of the civil and police administration, officers from the Shri Shiv Khori Shrine, religious heads and a large gathering of devotees were present on the occasion. Additional Deputy Commissioner Krishan Lal; Assistant Commissioner Revenue Nitin Verma; Assistant Commissioner Development Mukesh Sharma; Tehsildar Pouni and other senior officers were present on the occasion.

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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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