UDHAMPUR: Thousands of devotees thronged the historic Sankri Devta mela on the second day to seek the blessings of Shri Sankri Devta amidst vibrant festivities at the Mela site. Member Legislative Assembly Chenani Balwant Singh Mankotia; DDC Member Jasvir Singh; Mela Officer Tehsildar Panchari Vipan Kumar, former minister Ajay Sadhotra, along with several officers and prominent citizens were present and witnessed the colourful cultural programmes.

On the occasion, the Department of Youth Services and Sports Udhampur organized various sports activities, while local artists and students from different educational institutions presented scintillating cultural performances.

The District Administration Udhampur has made elaborate arrangements to ensure the smooth conduct of the Mela. Facilities such as uninterrupted power supply, safe drinking water, sanitation, medicare, Police Control Room, assistance booths and adequate security have been put in place.

Various government departments have set up informative stalls at the venue.  A number of temporary sweet shops, toy stalls and food corners, set up by both local and outside vendors, attracted large crowds.

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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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