SAMBA: The District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) Samba today chalked out a comprehensive plan to reinforce readiness, including constitution of a specialized disaster response force. A crucial meeting, chaired by District Magistrate Rajesh Sharma, brought together key officials and stakeholders to formulate a coordinated approach to disaster mitigation and emergency response.

Key outcomes of the meeting included directives to all departments to conduct regular mock drills to test emergency response protocols, comprehensive review and necessary amendments to existing disaster management plans, discussions on forming a specialized disaster response force for the district, mandates for departments to develop detailed disaster mitigation and response strategies.

The DDMA's proactive approach reflects its commitment to safeguarding lives and infrastructure in Samba district against potential natural and man-made disasters. "We are taking concrete steps to ensure that Samba is prepared for any emergency situation," added the DM. "By strengthening our coordination mechanisms and community awareness initiatives, we aim to build a disaster-resilient district."

The meeting saw participation from senior officials including Additional District Development Commissioner Champa Devi Thakur, Additional Deputy Commissioner Jagdish Singh, Assistant Commissioner Revenue Kusum Chib, Sub-Divisional Magistrates, Tehsildars, and representatives from essential departments such as Health Services, Fire and Emergency Services, Forest, PDD, PHE, Police, SDRF, NDRF, Flood Control and Security Forces.

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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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