KISHTWAR: With the Meteorological Department forecasting heavy snowfall in the coming weeks, Ghulam Mohammad Saroori, a Former J&K Minister, has raised concerns about the preparedness of the government to tackle the impending challenges of the harsh winter. Saroori has made a fervent appeal to the administration to ensure the stocking of essential commodities, including kerosene oil, LPG, medicines, and ration, particularly in the Erstwhile Doda district, to mitigate the hardships of the people.

During his visit to various parts of Kishtwar district, Saroori interacted with residents who expressed their grievances over the inadequate availability of ration and firewood in several villages. According to Saroori, locals in remote areas are finding it increasingly difficult to sustain themselves as winter has already set in. The unavailability of permissions for felling dry trees, which could have been a source of firewood, has exacerbated their struggles.

"The situation is dire in many villages, where people are facing a severe shortage of essential supplies. There is an immediate need for the administration to take stock of the situation and ensure timely delivery of resources," Saroori stated. He stressed that the dearth of ration, coupled with the absence of firewood, is causing significant distress in these regions.

Saroori urged the government to preemptively stockpile firewood and ration in the districts before snowfall cuts off access to remote areas. Highlighting the resilience of the people in these regions, he said, "The residents are ready to endure the challenges of winter, but the administration must step up to provide them with the basic necessities to survive."

As the winter season tightens its grip, Saroori called for proactive measures to address these pressing issues. He emphasized that ensuring adequate supplies of essential commodities is not just a necessity but a duty of the government to safeguard the well-being of the people in these difficult times.

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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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