BUDGAM: Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Budgam, Mehraj-ud-Din Shah, today chaired a meeting of officers from various departments to review the arrangements being put in place for the ensuing holy month of Muharram-ul-Haram.

During the meeting, a comprehensive review of the preparations was undertaken to ensure smooth and peaceful conduct of Muharram processions and majalis across the district. Discussions focused on the availability and delivery of essential services, public convenience, and inter-departmental coordination.

The ADC reviewed arrangements related to power and drinking water supply, road repairs and maintenance, sanitation measures, ration and firewood availability, street lighting, healthcare facilities, transport management, and other essential services.

At the onset ADC directed all concerned departments to complete the required arrangements well in advance and ensure uninterrupted public services during the holy month. The Power Development Department was instructed to ensure scheduled and hassle-free power supply, while the Jal Shakti Department was directed to maintain adequate drinking water supply and ensure availability of water tankers wherever required.

The Forest Department was asked to ensure sufficient availability of firewood, and the FCS&CA Department was directed to facilitate timely distribution of ration and other essential commodities. The Cooperatives Department was instructed to ensure availability of essential items through designated outlets.

The R&B Department and Urban Local Bodies were directed to undertake necessary road repairs, drainage clearance, and sanitation works on priority. Healthcare authorities were asked to ensure readiness of medical facilities and deployment of medical teams at important locations during Muharram.

The ADC also directed Executive Officers of Municipal Committees to ensure proper installation and maintenance of street lights and sanitation facilities. He stressed the importance of close coordination among all departments and urged officers to remain responsive to public concerns and grievances.

The meeting was attended by Additional SP Budgam, Chief Planning Officer (CPO) Budgam, Assistant Commissioner Development (ACD), Superintending Engineer Hydraulic Circle Budgam, Assistant Director Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA), DIO, Executive Engineers of various departments, Executive Officers of Municipal Committees, and representatives of concerned departments.

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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.

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