POONCH: Deputy Commissioner Poonch Ashok Kumar Sharma today visited the revered Baba Budh Giri Ji Ashram at Behramgala, Surankote, where he participated in the Annual Bhandara and performed Havan.

The Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by DIG Rajouri-Poonch Range Sandeep Wazir; SSP Shafket Hussain Bhat; SDM, Farooq Khan, Tehsildar Ashfaq Hussain and other district officers from police and administration.

The Deputy Commissioner interacted with members of the Ashram Committee and devotees. He congratulated the organizers for the successful conduct of the annual religious gathering. He appreciated their efforts in preserving the sanctity, traditions and spiritual significance of the event.

The Ashram Committee apprised the Deputy Commissioner about various developmental requirements, demanding construction of a Langer Shed, approach road to the Mandir and other facilities for the convenience of pilgrims.

The Deputy Commissioner assured that the district administration is committed to addressing genuine public demands and strengthening infrastructure at the religious sites. He emphasized that every possible support would be extended to ensure a safe, comfortable and smooth experience for devotees visiting the Ashram from Poonch and adjoining areas.

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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.

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