SRINAGAR: The General Officer Commanding (GOC) 15 Corps, Lt. Gen. Prashant Srivastava, who oversees military operations in the Kashmir Valley, today called on Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo in his office chambers at the Civil Secretariat here. The meeting focused on strengthening civil–military coordination to ensure seamless execution of various developmental and administrative initiatives aimed at enhancing public welfare and security in the region.

During the interaction, both sides held a comprehensive discussion on key issues requiring joint efforts between the civil administration and the security forces. The deliberations covered aspects related to the smooth implementation of several decisions, and measures to further facilitate cooperation for the larger good of the public.

The Chief Secretary appreciated the Army’s continued support in maintaining peace, stability thereby facilitating development across the UT. He emphasized the importance of synergized efforts between civil agencies and the armed forces to address emerging challenges effectively and to ensure timely redressal of issues.

Lt. Gen. Prashant Srivastava reaffirmed the Army’s commitment to working in close coordination with the Union Territory Administration to ensure that all initiatives are implemented in a time-bound and people-centric manner.

Both the Chief Secretary and the GOC reiterated their resolve to strengthen institutional mechanisms for coordination, ensuring that developmental and public welfare measures proceed smoothly in tandem with security imperatives across the UT.

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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.

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