JAMMU: Principal Secretary, Department of Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation & Reconstruction (DMRR&R), Chandraker Bharti, today chaired a  review meeting regarding ‘Disaster preparedness-cum-coordination’  at civil secretariat here. Representatives of various Administrative Departments, Divisional and District Disaster Management Authorities, SDRF, Army, PSUs, Civil Defence, Fire & Emergency Services and other concerned agencies were present  in the  meeting. The outstation officers  participated virtually.

The Principal Secretary said that the UT Government is striving hard to mitigate the damage and destruction caused by natural and manmade disasters through collective efforts of all government agencies, Non Government Organisations and the people.

He had a comprehensive review of measures being implemented by various departments and agencies on this account. He asked all the emergency support functionaries, line departments, Divisional & District Disaster Management Authorities, SDRF, Fire & Emergency Services and other agencies to adopt proactive approach to deal with any disaster like situation or eventuality.

The Principal Secretary asked the concerned to focus on developing disaster management plans in every department, capacity building trainings besides ensuring regular mock drills in Schools, Colleges, Hospitals, Panchayats and disaster prone areas.  He also emphasised the need for training of frontline workers of all the departments on regular basis. He asked for involvement of youths and Aapda Mitras in all the disaster management programs at Ward, Village, Panchayat, Block, Tehsil and community level.

The Principal Secretary asked all the departments and DDMAs to regularly update details regarding human resources besides machinery and equipments on IDRN portal. He stressed upon the departments to ensure regular use of ‘SACHET App’.

Pertinently, the general public can report through ERSS (Dial-112) regarding disaster incidents. The system will also reflect the nearby emergency support functionaries, following which prompt action can be taken accordingly by the concerned.

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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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