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PULWAMA: District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) Pulwama, in collaboration with the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), CRPF Pulwama, and District Police Pulwama, today conducted a civil defence mock drill exercise at District Police Lines (DPL) Pulwama.

The exercise aimed to assess the level of preparedness, strengthen inter-departmental coordination, and ensure an effective and coordinated response mechanism during emergency situations.

The drill included simulation of various emergency and critical scenarios requiring a multi-agency response through coordinated efforts of all departments, along with volunteers and members of the public.

Personnel from CRPF, Jammu and Kashmir Police, Fire & Emergency Services, Health Department, SDRF, and Civil Defence units actively participated in the exercise. Key emergency protocols such as rescue operations, evacuation procedures, first aid response, and fire control measures were rehearsed under real-time conditions.

The drill was conducted under the observation of the Additional Deputy Commissioner Pulwama, who is also the CEO of the District Disaster Management Authority, along with senior officers of Police and Civil Administration.

On the occasion, the Additional Deputy Commissioner stated that the exercise formed part of routine mock drills conducted to strengthen preparedness, enhance coordination, and ensure prompt and effective response during emergency situations.

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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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