JAMMU: The 3rd Under Trial Review Committee meeting for 2026 was held today at 3 pm in the Office Chamber of the Principal District & Sessions Judge/Chairman, DLSA Jammu. The meeting was chaired by Principal District & Sessions Judge/Chairman DLSA Jammu, R.N. Watal.

During the meeting, cases of Under Trial Prisoners falling under various categories of UTRC were reviewed. Discussions covered the status of cases, pendency, possibility of release on bail, expeditious disposal and provision of free legal aid to eligible inmates. The Committee reviewed cases eligible for release under Section 479 BNSS and other categories as per NALSA guidelines. Officers concerned were directed to ensure coordination for early disposal of pending cases and provide legal assistance to under-trial inmates.

Among those present were DLSA Jammu Secretary Maleeka Sharma (Civil Judge Sr Division), Additional Deputy Commissioner Jammu Ansuya Jamwal, Senior Superintendent of Police Jammu Joginder Singh, Central Jail Kot Bhalwal Superintendent Chhabil Singh, District Jail Amphalla Superintendent Dharminder Singh and Chief Legal Aid Defence Counsel Jammu Adv Anil Sharma.

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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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