SRINAGAR: Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Information Technology, Transport, Youth Services and Sports, Satish Sharma today held a meeting with representatives of leading oil companies including HPCL to review the availability and supply of LPG in Jammu and Kashmir, particularly in wake of recent road blockades.

During the deliberations, the Minister emphasized the need for ensuring uninterrupted availability of LPG cylinders to consumers across Jammu and Kashmir. The representatives of the oil companies assured the Minister that the supply chain is being maintained on daily basis and every effort is being made to prevent any inconvenience to public.

Highlighting the importance of uninterrupted supply to households, Satish Sharma called upon the oil companies to accord top priority to trucks carrying LPG cylinders while coordinating with the concerned authorities to ensure smooth passage.

Minister also underscored the importance of expanding the network of LPG distribution agencies. He stressed the need to establish more outlets in rural and border areas so that families residing in remote regions are not deprived of timely access to cooking gas.

He directed the officials of FCS&CA to work in close coordination with oil companies for streamlining distribution channels and continuously monitor stock positions to avoid any shortage.

Reiterating the Government’s commitment to public welfare, Satish Sharma said that ensuring essential supplies, including LPG, is our top priority, and every necessary step is being taken to safeguard the interests of consumers across Jammu and Kashmir.

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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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