BARAMULLA: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Baramulla, Minga Sherpa Thursday administered the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas pledge to officers and officials of the district administration at Dak Bunglow here to honour the legacy of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his 150th birth anniversary.

Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, celebrated every year on October 31st, pays tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's crucial role in the unification of India, recognizing his tireless efforts in bringing together diverse regions and communities under a single, unified nation.

The event witnessed a gathering of officers and officials from all the departments, assembled to take a pledge to reinforce their commitment to the ideals of unity, integrity, and national security, championed by Sardar Patel, India’s first Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Home Affairs.

Later, to pay tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's legacy, the DC presented blankets and other essentials from the Red Cross to the Jail Superintendent of Baramulla District Jail for distribution among the jail inmates.

The blankets and essential supplies handed over will serve to improve living conditions for the inmates as the colder month’s approach, with hopes of promoting a message of compassion, respect, and social reintegration.

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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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