RAMBAN: General Observer Himanshu Kumar Rai, along with Police Observer Kunal Aggarwal and Expenditure Observer Sulekh Chand Jain, conducted a comprehensive inspection of various polling stations in Assembly Constituency-55 Banihal today.

The Observers visited their respective offices in AC-55 as scheduled, addressing concerns raised by political parties and voters regarding the election process. They also inspected several polling stations located in government buildings, including High School Kaskoot, UPS Zenihal, Middle School Asher, Lower High School Nowgam, and Higher Secondary School Tethar.

During the visit, the Observers assessed polling arrangements and verified the availability of Assured Minimum Facilities, paying particular attention to the needs of elderly voters, women, and persons with disabilities (PWDs). Immediate instructions were given to the concerned officers to rectify any deficiencies and to ensure a voter-friendly environment at the polling stations. RO-55 Banihal Rizwan Asgar, ARO Imtiaz Ahmed, and other relevant officials accompanied the Observers throughout 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.

— Team JK Monitor

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