NUNWAN/ BALTAL: Directorate of Rural Sanitation today extended a traditional welcome to the first batch of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2025 pilgrims at the Nunwan and Baltal base camps. In a gesture symbolizing warmth and harmony, the Yatris were greeted with garlands by officials of the Directorate and the sanitation teams, setting a tone of devotion and cleanliness for the Yatra ahead.

Girls dressed in traditional Kashmiri attire, along with sanitation volunteers, added cultural vibrancy to the welcome ceremony. Speaking on the occasion, Director General Rural Sanitation, Anoo Malhotra emphasized the department’s commitment to providing clean surroundings, eco-friendly facilities, and round-the-clock sanitation services throughout the Yatra period.

“Welcoming the devotees with respect and care marks the beginning of our service to them. Cleanliness and hospitality go hand in hand during this spiritual journey,” she said. The Directorate has also deployed dedicated sanitation teams, put in place bailing and shredding machines, and installed QR-coded toilet facilities to maintain hygiene and streamline sanitation management.

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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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