SRINAGAR:- In light of current water levels in the River Jhelum, the Jammu & Kashmir Lakes Conservation and Management Authority (J&K LCMA) has issued an  advisory for residents living in and around Dal Lake, particularly Dal dwellers and houseboat owners. According to the notice, the water level in River Jhelum has crossed the danger mark of 21 feet. To regulate this surge, the gate at Ram Munshi Bagh may be opened at any time, as part of emergency water level management measures.

The potential opening of this gate is expected to cause a further rise in the water level of Dal Lake, which currently stands at 10.5 feet. This rise may pose a significant risk of  inconvenience to Dal dwellers and houseboat owners. The LCMA has informed all Dal Lake dwellers and houseboat owners of the potential rise in water levels and advised to take all necessary safety precautions. They have further been requested to remain vigilant and be prepared to shift to relief centres designated by the district administration, Srinagar, if required.

The contact numbers of the concerned officers, as mentioned by the district administration, Srinagar include, Syed Shahid Hussain, Tehsildar Khanyar (7006188634); SP, East, Srinagar (9419003950; 7006628938); Faheem Ahmed (AE; 7889875265); Ct. Sheeraz Ahmed (SDRF; 9906410425), and Adil Maqbool from SMC (7006039045). The details of LCMA officers for contact in any emergency are Abdul Aziz (Dy. SP; 9906509892); Mueed Rasool (Ex.Er. LD Ist Srinagar, 9906921840); Pervaiz Ahmed (AEE, 9797448838); Mohammed Tariq (AEE, 7006218767), and Fayaz Ahmed (AEE, 9797978097).

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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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