SAMBA: To assess preparations for   Diwali Mela and Diwali festival, Deputy Commissioner Samba, Rajesh Sharma today convened two critical meetings at the District Administrative Complex, Nandani Hills, to ensure seamless organization and security for the event. These meetings focused on coordinating the efforts of stakeholder departments and finalizing arrangements for the celebrations.

The first meeting focused on public safety and security during the Diwali celebrations. Senior officials in attendance included Senior Superintendent of Police   Vinay Kumar; Chief Medical Officer (CMO), Executive Engineers from PWD, Jal Shakti, JPDCL and officers from Fire and Emergency Services and the Traffic Police.

The Deputy Commissioner stressed the importance of robust security protocols, effective traffic control, and proper sanitation to ensure a safe environment throughout the celebrations. A dedicated area for the sale of firecrackers was established, and officers were instructed to ensure its safe operation. Adequate police deployment, continuous power and water supply, efficient waste management, and medical teams on standby were highlighted as key priorities, along with stringent fire safety measures.

The second meeting, attended by officials including ADC Jagdish Singh, ACR Kusum Chib, representatives from Agriculture, Handicrafts, NABARD, DIC, and the Traffic Department, focused on organizing the Diwali Mela, scheduled on 30th October 2024. Detailed discussions were held on stall allocation, crowd management, and community outreach to encourage wide participation in the event. The Mela is expected to be a vibrant celebration, and all departments are working closely to ensure its success.

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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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