• Torch represents Light of Democracy which stands tall, strong and bright: DEO

REASI: A Mega SVEEP Mashal rally was held today here, in the DC Office Complex. The highlight of the program was attendance of first time voters, students, staff and women led by the District Election Officer (DEO) Vishesh Mahajan, who pledged to exercise their right and vote on 25th September.

Displaying the visual message, thousands of people carrying mashal (flame- Torch) with the message “I am a Voter, Vote on 25th September” gathered to be part of the event. The DEO lit the main mashal and emphasised that it represents 'The Light of Democracy which stands strong and bright by the efforts of each citizen and symbolises a sense of pride.'

 From there all the people enthusiastically marched across the complex and pledged to exercise their vote holding sacred fire. The main focus of the event was to underscore the crucial significance of informed and responsible voting among the citizens. The rally gave a visual representation to every voter of district Reasi to unite and vote on the polling day.

The DEO highlighted the importance of electoral literacy and urged the voters to actively participate in the election process. Others present during the event were ADDC Reasi Sukhdev Singh Samyal, ADC Reasi Kulbushan Khajuria, ACR Anshumali Sharma, ACD Pradeep Kumar, DIO (Info) Ujwal Sambayal and other officials.

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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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