JAMMU: The first Randomization of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPATs) units for the upcoming Assembly Elections in Jammu District was successfully completed today under the supervision of the District Election Officer Sachin Kumar Vaishya.

The randomization was held in the presence of Returning Officers and representatives from various political parties. The Randomization process was executed digitally, much to the satisfaction of all political representatives present.

The Randomization procedure was conducted by Nodal Officer ETPBS/IT, (Director IT and DIO Jammu) Sanjeev Kapoor in strict compliance to the Election Commission of India guidelines.

A total of 2242 Ballot Units, 2242 Control Units and 2242 VVPAT units were Randomized for 1497 polling stations of the district's 11 Assembly Constituencies. The lists generated from this Randomization were handed over to the party representatives, and the entire process was videographed as per ECI norms to ensure accountability.

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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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