RAJOURI: Deputy Commissioner Rajouri Abhishek Sharma today visited Chingus to inspect the installation of the Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) system on the Rajouri–Poonch National Highway. He also chaired a meeting with concerned officers to expedite its operationalization.

During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner stressed the need for early integration of the ANPR system with the VAHAN portal so that over-speeding vehicles can be automatically detected and challaned. He said the initiative would help in effective traffic monitoring, improve road safety and reduce the chances of accidents on the Rajouri–Poonch National Highway.

The Deputy Commissioner directed the concerned agencies to ensure timely completion of all technical and infrastructural requirements for making the system fully functional at the earliest. Later, the Deputy Commissioner also inspected the ongoing construction works at the Tourism Department site in Chingus, including the development of a bunker and a small theatre being constructed for the entertainment and convenience of tourists visiting the area.

Emphasizing the tourism potential of Chingus, the Deputy Commissioner issued directions for the development of a tribal theme-based park adjacent to the historic Chingus Sarai to promote local culture and enhance tourist attraction in the area. The Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by ARTO Rajouri Ashiq Rafiq Malik and other district and sectoral officers.

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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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