BANDIPORA: In preparation for the smooth and secure conduct of the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026, a comprehensive security review meeting was held today at Sumbal under the chairmanship of SSP Bandipora Shri Ajaz Ahmed Zargar-JKPS.

The meeting was attended by Commanding Officers of CRPF 45 Battalion, CRPF 3rd Battalion, SSB 2nd Battalion, Adhoc Commanding Officers of 15 and 16 Adhoc SSB Battalions, Company Commanders of 13 SSB Companies, Officer Commanding 24 RR, Zonal and Sectoral Police Officers, besides SDPO Sumbal, DySP DAR Bandipora, and SHOs of Police Stations Sumbal and Hajin.

During the meeting, a detailed review of the security arrangements and deployment plan was undertaken. Discussions focused on inter-agency coordination, area domination, anti-sabotage measures, traffic regulation, quick response mechanisms, communication systems, and contingency planning to ensure the safe and hassle-free movement of Yatris.

Addressing the officers, SSP Bandipora stressed the importance of seamless coordination among all security agencies and directed the officers to remain vigilant, maintain a high level of operational preparedness, and ensure strict implementation of the established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). He emphasized that every effort must be made to provide a secure and peaceful environment for the pilgrims.

The participating officers also shared operational inputs and reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining robust security arrangements for the successful conduct of the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026.

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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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