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KISHTWAR:   Election Observer for Expenditure Monitoring for Kishtwar Sameer Kumar Jha today conducted a thorough review of the arrangements put in place for the smooth and transparent conduct of the upcoming Legislative Assembly Election 2024 in the district.

During the visit, Jha inspected the 24/7 Election Control Room and constitution of key teams, including the Expenditure Monitoring Team, the Media Certification and Monitoring Committee, the Social Media Monitoring Committee, and the Video Viewing Teams.

He also interacted with the officials and staff deployed for electoral process, reviewed their work, and issued necessary instructions. He emphasized the importance of coordination and teamwork to ensure the effective functioning of these units.

In an interactive meet with District Election Officer (DEO) Rajesh Kumar Shavan and Returning Officers (ROs) of all three Assembly Constituencies of the District, Jha discussed critical issues related to the election process.

He stressed the need for diligent efforts to ensure that the elections are conducted in a free, fair, and transparent manner. RO 49-Kishtwar Pawan Kotwal, RO 48-Inderwal Idrees Lone, RO 50-Nagseni Paddar Amit Kumar among others were present during the inspection.

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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.

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