SRINAGAR: As part of its sustained efforts to ensure the highest standards of safety and security for pilgrims of the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, Police in Ganderbal, in coordination with CRPF conducted a comprehensive Mock Drill at Transit Camp Manigam.

The meticulously planned drill was aimed at testing preparedness and response mechanisms to various potential emergency scenarios, including fidayeen (suicide) terror attacks, mass evacuations, and coordinated rescue operations. The exercise focused on vulnerable and strategically important locations, where prompt and effective response is vital in case of any untoward incident.

Particular emphasis was placed on improving real-time communication, enhancing inter-agency coordination, ensuring optimal resource utilization, and strict adherence to established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

The drill was conducted under the close supervision of senior officers from the Police and other security agencies, who oversaw every stage of the operation, assessed operational efficiency, and provided valuable feedback to further strengthen ground-level capabilities.

Through such initiatives, police reaffirms its unwavering commitment to maintaining peace, ensuring public safety, and providing a secure environment for devotees throughout the Yatra period, thereby enabling a spiritually enriching and safe pilgrimage experience.

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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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