KATHUA: Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma today chaired a meeting to review preparedness and arrangements for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026 in the district. SSP Kathua Mohita Sharma was also present.

Discussions were held on the progress of various executing agencies regarding establishment of facilities and service points at the Lakhanpur Yatri Facilitation Centre. The meeting also reviewed arrangements for RFID and E-KYC counters, a 10-bedded healthcare unit, drinking water points, lavatory units and other basic amenities for Yatris.

The DC directed all agencies concerned to expedite work and ensure timely completion of barricading, road BT works, removal of weeds, lighting arrangements and other allied infrastructure. Departments concerned were directed to ensure adequate manpower, resources and inter-departmental coordination for effective implementation of arrangements.

Preparedness of Lodgement Centres and the contingency plan for any exigency during the Yatra period were also discussed. The meeting deliberated on transit of Yatris through the district and protocols for smooth movement of Yatra vehicles towards the Jammu Base Camp.

It was informed that a mock drill will be conducted on June 25, 2026 to assess preparedness and coordination among all stakeholders ahead of the Yatra. Among those present were Additional Deputy Commissioner Kathua Mahima Madan, Chief Planning Officer Ranjeet Thakur, SDM Hiranagar Phulail Singh and other officers from the district administration.

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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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