KISHTWAR: The 2 Day district-level mock exercise simulating earthquake, landslide, and other natural and man-made disasters concluded today at the University Campus  Kishtwar. The Mock Exercise was organized by the District Administration in collaboration with the 13 Battalion of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF). The two-day event aimed to enhance disaster preparedness, improve response capabilities of different stakeholders, and strengthen inter-departmental coordination across Kishtwar.

On the second day the mock exercise was held on Jammu University, Kishtwar Campus, where the participants witnessed live demonstrations of critical preventive measures for different disaster scenarios, including fire breakouts in houses, LPG cylinder explosions, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) techniques, and the effective use of fire extinguishers. The activities were designed to equip participants with practical skills and to increase awareness about disaster response.

Assistant Commandant NDRF, Javed Iqbal, emphasized the importance of individual efforts in preventing accidents and urged all attendees and the general public to exercise caution and follow safety protocols.

The event saw the active participation of Officers and community members, including Mohd. Rafie Naik Tehsildar MughalMaidan,  Shafqat Ali Keen AD Food, Sajad Khan DYSP DAR, SDRF officers, NCC cadets, college students, the District SDRF team, and representatives from various departments. This initiative reflects the district's commitment to enhancing disaster resilience and ensuring community safety through coordinated and proactive measures.

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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.

— Team JK Monitor

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