GANDERBAL: Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore today conducted an extensive visit to several water-logged and vulnerable areas along Sindh Nallah to personally monitor the ground situation and review the situation. The DC was accompanied by Additional Deputy Commissioner, Syed Fahim Bihaqi, Assistant Commissioner Revenue (ACR), Executive Engineer Irrigation & Flood Control (I&FC), Tehsildars of Tullamulla and Wakura, besides other concerned officials.

During the visit, the DC inspected Shallabugh, Paribal Ghat, Gungji Gund, Malik Pora, Nariyan Bagh, Gadihanji Mohallah Rabitar, Gund Roshan, and other adjoining areas affected by the rising water level of Sindh Nallah. On the occasion, ACR Ganderbal briefed the DC about the evacuation process and informed that residents of partially submerged areas have already been shifted to safer locations.

The Executive Engineer I&FC apprised the DC about the current water level and measures taken to plug water overtopping. The DC directed him to keep all field staff on high alert and ensure immediate response measures in vulnerable areas. The DC also instructed the ACR to ensure deployment of officials in low-lying areas to facilitate smooth and timely evacuation, if required.

Later, the DC visited the temporary gauge at Gund-i-Roshan and directed I&FC to deploy dedicated staff for round-the-clock monitoring to ensure real-time reporting of water levels. Appealing to the local residents, the DC urged them to remain vigilant and shift to safer locations wherever necessary, stressing that safeguarding lives remains the administration’s top priority.

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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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