BARAMULLA: In view of the continuous rainfall across Baramulla district, the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), Baramulla  is  on high alert and conducting field inspections to assess the situation in their respective jurisdictions.

Various sectoral officers visited vulnerable locations, monitored water levels in rivers and nallahs, reviewed flood preparedness measures, and assessed the availability of essential resources to ensure prompt response in case of any emergency.

At Sopore, Additional Deputy Commissioner,  S.A. Raina, accompanied by a team of officers, visited Mahrajpora, Tarzoo, Ningli and Sheer Colony to monitor the water level of the River Jhelum and inspect vulnerable points along the embankments. He informed that adequate sandbags are available to strengthen the bunds, if required, and stated that the situation is presently under control.

At Uri, Sub-Divisional Magistrate Prince Kumar, accompanied by a team of officers, inspected Nambla, Bela Salamabad, Machikrand, Bandi, Trikanjan, Boniyar, Mayan, Hapat Nallah and Hajipeer Nallah. The inspection revealed that water levels at all locations were within the normal range and no untoward incident was reported.

At Pattan, Sub-Divisional Magistrate Gulzar Ahmad visited Matipora, Singhpora, Hanjiveera and other vulnerable spots to monitor water levels in the River Jhelum and local nallahs. During the inspection, engineers from the Flood Irrigation Division, Narbal, apprised the SDM about the availability of adequate sandbags for emergency response. The SDM also inspected various health institutions to review the availability of medical staff, essential medicines and emergency preparedness, besides interacting with attendants to obtain feedback on healthcare services.

At Tangmarg, Sub-Divisional Magistrate Mir Jaliel, accompanied by a team of officers, inspected Nallah Ferozpora to monitor the water level and review flood preparedness in the area.

DDMA Baramulla is maintaining close surveillance across all sub-divisions. All concerned departments have been directed to remain fully prepared, ensure round-the-clock monitoring of vulnerable locations, and respond promptly to any emergency. The public has been advised to remain vigilant, avoid venturing near rivers and nallahs, and strictly follow advisories issued by the district administration.

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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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