RAJOURI: Deputy Commissioner Rajouri Dr. Devansh Yadav, accompanied by Executive Officer Municipal Council Yousuf, conducted an early-morning inspection of different wards of the Old City area to assess the sanitation and hygiene conditions.

During the inspection, the officers interacted with sanitation staff, locals and shopkeepers to review the cleanliness of public spaces and assess the implementation of ongoing sanitation measures. They emphasized the importance of proper waste disposal and urged shopkeepers and residents to refrain from littering and dumping plastic waste in public areas.

The Deputy Commissioner appealed to the public to extend their active cooperation to the Municipal Council in maintaining cleanliness and ensuring a hygienic environment across the town. He stressed the need for responsible civic behaviour and collective efforts to keep public spaces clean and litter-free.

The sanitation staff was directed to ensure regular cleaning of all wards and maintain proper sanitation standards. The inspection underscored the administration’s commitment to improving urban cleanliness and promoting public participation in maintaining a clean and healthy Rajouri.

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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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