SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) on Wednesday has written to Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, urging him to immediately postpone all competitive and recruitment examinations scheduled for September in light of the devastating floods and landslides that have wreaked havoc across the Union Territory.

In a statement, the Association’s National Media Coordinator, Mir Zubair, said that the recent spell of incessant rains has not only destroyed homes and property but has also left students among the worst affected.

“Many aspirants have lost their study material, essential documents, and even their homes. With road connectivity snapped in several areas and internet services disrupted, it is unfair to expect them to appear for examinations under such circumstances,” Zubair said.He pointed out that examinations conducted by JKPSC and JKSSB, particularly the Plus-2 Lecturer and JE (Electrical) recruitment tests, are fast approaching, while thousands of aspirants remain under severe distress.

“Holding exams in the middle of this humanitarian crisis would deny students a level playing field and deepen their trauma,” he added.The Association emphasized that postponing the exams would be a compassionate and fair step, giving students the breathing space to recover and prepare once the situation normalizes. “We hope the LG will urgently intervene to safeguard the aspirations of youth, who form the backbone of Jammu and Kashmir’s progress,” Zubair added.

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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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