SRINAGAR: Inspector General of Police, Kashmir Zone, Shri V.K. Birdi, IPS, chaired a security review meeting at the Police Control Room, Kashmir, to assess preparedness for the peaceful celebration of upcoming events. The meeting was attended by all DIsG of Kashmir Zone, DIG CRPF North/South Srinagar, DIG CID Kashmir, all district SSPs of Kashmir Zone, SSP PCR Kashmir, SSP Railways, and other senior officers.

At the outset of the meeting, IGP Kashmir was briefed by the officers on security arrangements and deployment plans. Shri V.K. Birdi directed that all preparations be completed in advance and instructed officers to strengthen checkpoints, especially during night hours, and maintain heightened vigilance at vulnerable locations across the Valley. He emphasized the need for strict vigilance against elements posing threats to peace and security and underscored the importance of maintaining a high level of alertness, along with enhanced area domination within respective jurisdictions.

Furthermore, with an expected rise in tourist footfall ahead of New Year celebrations, IGP Kashmir emphasized multi-layered security at key tourist destinations, including cable car terminals, forest tracks, crowded tourist spots, and major access routes. He stressed coordinated patrolling, real-time intelligence sharing, and continuous surveillance.

Keeping in view the weather forecast, Shri V.K. Birdi directed officers to ensure the operational readiness of personnel and equipment to handle any weather-related contingencies and maintain uninterrupted security and public assistance. The security of highways, railway tracks, and railway stations across the Valley was also reviewed. The meeting concluded with a collective commitment to heightened vigilance, improved coordination, and the effective execution of security protocols to ensure the peaceful and orderly conduct of all scheduled events.

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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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