SRINAGAR: In connection with the upcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2025, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat undertook a visit to Yatra Transit Camp at Pantha Chowk here on Wednesday. The visit focused on ensuring robust arrangements for the smooth and seamless conduct of the annual yatra, set to commence on July 3, 2025, and conclude on August 9, 2025.

DC meticulously reviewed the boarding, lodging, sanitation, medical facilities at the Pantha Chowk Transit Camp, a halt station for yatries traveling to the Amarnath cave. He also took stock of other amenities to ensure they meet the needs of the yatries.

During the visit, DC issued clear directives to officers to expedite preparations and ensure all arrangements are put in place well ahead of the yatra. Emphasizing pilgrim comfort, he stressed the need for seamless coordination among departments to enhance services at the camp.

Special attention was given to the setup of Langars (community kitchens) to provide nutritious meals and the availability of clean drinking water and proper sanitation facilities.

DC also inspected the readiness of Yatri facilitation centres, which will handle critical services such as e-KYC verification, RFID card distribution, and on-spot registration to streamline the pilgrimage process.

DC was accompanied by Additional Deputy Commissioner, Aadil Fareed; Sub Divisional Magistrate East, Zubair Ahmad; ARTO, Muazam Ali and other officers during the visit.

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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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