DODA: The 13P team of NDRF 13 BN, led by Assistant Commandant Javed Iqbal, conducted a Tabletop Exercise (TTEx) on earthquake and landslide scenario at the DC Office Conference Hall, Doda. The exercise, held from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM, was chaired by Sudershan Kumar, ADC. The exercise focused on collapsed structures during disaster eventualities and involved various stakeholders. Key points discussed included the introduction of NDRF, sequence of activities during disaster response, the importance of mock exercises, the role of stakeholders, and disaster preparedness and management plans.

The TTEx saw the participation of 89 individuals from various departments, including Revenue, Food & Supply, PWD, Army, Police, SDRF, Civil Administration, NGOs, and medical and fire services. The exercise highlighted the importance of collaboration among these departments during disaster response to ensure effective management and minimizing damage during natural calamities.

Earlier the other day, the School Safety Program was held by the 13P NDRF team at Govt. Girls Higher Secondary School Thathri. The event, led by Inspector Munshi Ram Sharma, ran from 10:50 AM to 12:40 PM, focusing on training teaching staff and 430 students on essential disaster management techniques. Topics covered included first aid, Basic Life Support (BLS), Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), evacuation drills, fire safety, and the use of fire extinguishers. The program aimed to equip the school community with the necessary skills to respond to emergencies like earthquakes, floods, fires, and landslides.

The training event was well-received, with Principal B.D. Sharma and 32 teachers actively participated, alongside two SDRF personnel. The total number of beneficiaries from the program reached 464, reinforcing the school's disaster preparedness and safety measures.

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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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