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SAMBA: District Magistrate Samba Ayushi Sudan today undertook an extensive tour of the rain-affected areas in the district, including Bedheri, Manohar Gopala, Mananu and Chak Manga to take firsthand stock of the situation arising out of incessant rainfall.

During the visit, the District Magistrate personally interacted with the local residents, patiently listening to their grievances and concerns. She assured the people that district administration stands firmly with them in this hour of difficulty and that every possible measure is being taken to mitigate their hardships.

The DM directed the officers of line departments to immediately initiate damage assessment of houses, crops and public infrastructure, and to prioritize restoration of essential services in the affected habitations. She stressed upon prompt coordination between Revenue, PWD, PHE, Power and Rural Development Departments to ensure swift redressal of issues being faced by the public.

Ms. Sudan also visited the Community Hall, Samba, where several families displaced due to the rains have been temporarily accommodated. She reviewed the relief arrangements including food, drinking water, bedding, medical aid, sanitation facilities and issued on-the-spot directions for ensuring that all basic needs of the affected families are met without delay.

Highlighting the importance of preparedness, the District Magistrate emphasized that disaster response is not only about immediate relief but also about long-term resilience. She asked officials to keep close vigil on vulnerable locations, maintain readiness of machinery and ensure public advisories are disseminated widely to avoid any untoward incidents.

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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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