• Focus on insurance enrolment, nasha mukat awareness

RAJOURI: On the directions of Deputy Commissioner   Abhishek Sharma and Transport Commissioner Visheshpaul Mahajan, the Transport Department Rajouri in collaboration with J&K Bank, Gujjar Market Branch today organized a welfare initiative for commercial vehicle operators here at Bella Bus Stand Rajouri.

A dedicated camp was established at the bus stand to facilitate insurance renewals, provide guidance on social security schemes and promote awareness regarding the ill effects of substance abuse and the importance of a drug-free life for road safety.

During the camp, 180 drivers were enrolled under the insurance scheme, ensuring financial protection and social security coverage for them and their families. Speaking on the occasion, ARTO Rajesh Gupta said that such initiatives not only ensure financial security for drivers and operators but also play a significant role in spreading awareness about responsible driving and healthy living.

He further informed that the department, under the supervision of the Deputy Commissioner and Transport Commissioner will continue to organize similar outreach programs across the district to cover all categories of commercial vehicle operators.

Officials from J&K Bank and the Transport Department interacted with participants and urged them to avail the benefits of the schemes designed for their social and economic uplift.

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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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