AHMEDABAD: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah this evening inaugurated a high-profile Road Show and Business Meet in Ahmedabad, aimed at strengthening tourism and trade ties between Jammu & Kashmir and Gujarat. The event brought together stakeholders from Gujarat and Jammu & Kashmir to foster partnerships in tourism, trade, and business innovation.

The event was jointly organised by the Travel Agents Society of Kashmir (TASK), Kashmir Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI), and South Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SGCCI), bringing together key stakeholders from both regions.

The evening commenced with a press interaction, followed by a vibrant business networking session that laid the groundwork for deeper collaboration in sectors like tourism, handicrafts, hospitality, and infrastructure. In his keynote address, the Chief Minister highlighted the vast opportunities for investment in Jammu & Kashmir and reaffirmed his government’s commitment to fostering a dynamic, investor-friendly ecosystem.

“Jammu & Kashmir is open for business,” said the Chief Minister, “and we welcome our friends from Gujarat to explore, invest, and be part of our growth story.” Presentations by leading tourism stakeholders—Khyber Resorts, Ahad Hotels, and Mushtaq Group—showcased the richness and diversity of J&K’s tourism offerings, from luxury hospitality to adventure travel.

The event witnessed the presence of several dignitaries including Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, MLAs Farooq Ahmad Shah (Gulmarg) and Altaf Ahmad Wani (Pahalgam), Additional Chief Secretary to the CM Dheeraj Gupta, Additional Chief Secretary Tourism Dr. Ashish Chandra Verma, President KCCI Javeed Ahmad Tenga, President TASK Mohammad Ibrahim Siah, General Secretary TASK Waseem Ahmad Gosani, and President Hoteliers Club Mushtaq Chaya

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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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