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BANDIPORA: The picturesque valley of Gurez resonated today with patriotic slogans as a vibrant Tiranga Rally lit up this remote border region under the Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign 2026.

The rally was led by Sub-Divisional Magistrate Gurez, Mukhtar Ahmad, accompanied by Tehsildar Gurez, the Block Development Officer Gurez, and other officials. Starting from the Sports Ground of Goverment Degree College Gurez, the rally wound its way to the bustling Sumo Stand, with participants proudly hoisting the Tricolour aloft against the backdrop of Gurez's iconic majestic peaks and the meandering Kishanganga River.

Marching with fervour, residents of this frontier valley, reaffirmed their bond with the nation, sending a powerful message of unity from the last villages before the Line of Control.

The event forms part of the district-wide Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign 2026, held in conjunction with commemorations marking 150 years of "Vande Mataram," aimed at deepening patriotic spirit, encouraging public participation, and honouring the National Flag in every corner of the nation including its most remote border frontiers.

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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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