SRINAGAR: Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Information Technology, Youth Services & Sports, and Science & Technology, Satish Sharma, today joined the Ashura procession at Zadibal, where he paid homage to the unparalleled sacrifice of Imam Hussain (AS) and his companions.

The Minister participated in the  procession alongside thousands of mourners, reflecting solidarity with the people commemorating the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (AS), whose message of truth, justice, compassion and steadfastness continues to inspire humanity across generations.

Speaking on the occasion, Satish Sharma said that the sacrifices made at Karbala uphold timeless values of righteousness, courage and resistance against oppression. He observed that the teachings of Imam Hussain (AS) transcend all boundaries and continue to guide society towards peace, justice and communal harmony.

The Minister also interacted with the mourners and reviewed the arrangements made for smooth conduct of the procession. He appreciated the coordinated efforts of the district administration, police, health services, municipal bodies and volunteers in ensuring that the observance was held in a peaceful, orderly and dignified manner.

MLA Zadibal, Tanvir Sadiq, accompanied the Minister during the procession.

Satish Sharma prayed for lasting peace, prosperity and communal harmony in Jammu and Kashmir. He extended his respects to all those observing Ashura, expressing hope that the values of sacrifice, unity and compassion embodied by Imam Hussain (AS) continue to inspire the society towards harmony and justice.

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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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