SRINAGAR: Veteran senior trade leader Mohammad Sadiq Baqal, along with distressed parents of residents from Jammu & Kashmir currently in Iran for studies, business  or employment, has made an urgent appeal to the Government of Jammu and Kashmir led By Omar Abdullah, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Govt. of India, Dr. S. Jaishankar to take immediate steps for the safe evacuation of Indian students, professionals  and businessmen stranded in Iran amid the escalating war-like situation.

Sadiq Baqal expressed deep concern over the deteriorating security conditions in Iran and called on the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, to act swiftly. "Families across the country are gripped with anxiety. Many of our children are either studying or working in Iran and they want to return home safely. The government must initiate necessary arrangements without delay,".

Parents of Kashmiri students currently enrolled in Iranian universities highlighted that their children have been following all advisories issued by the Indian Embassy and have duly registered as per MEA guidelines. However, recent overnight blasts and growing regional tensions have created a wave of panic among the students. "We are extremely concerned about our children’s safety and mental well-being. The situation is becoming alarming. It is crucial to initiate safe evacuation efforts now, before it becomes too late," the parents said in a joint appeal.

They further urged the J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah & Government of India to respond with the same urgency and efficiency that it demonstrated during past evacuations from Ukraine and other global conflict zones. "We appreciate the government’s commitment to safeguarding Indian citizens abroad and trust that the same proactive measures will be taken in this case as well." The families collectively appealed for humanitarian consideration and swift diplomatic intervention to ensure that all Indian nationals in Iran are brought back safely to their homeland.

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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.

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