UDHAMPUR: District Administration Udhampur today launched a mass cleanliness cum sanitation drive under Har Ghar Tiranga, Har Ghar Swachhata – Swatantrata Ka Utsav, Swachhata Ke Sang under the supervision of Deputy Commissioner Udhampur Saloni Rai at Devika Ghat, Udhampur.

The event witnessed enthusiastic participation led by Additional Deputy Commissioner Prem Singh along with officers and officials of the district administration. Prominent citizens, representatives of Beopar Mandal, civil society members and local shopkeepers also joined the drive, making it a collective community effort.

The ADC underscored the importance of maintaining cleanliness, sanitation and personal hygiene, urging all participants to keep their surroundings clean and inspire others to follow the same. He appealed to the public to avoid the use of polythene, maintain hygiene and conserve water resources to ensure a holistic and sustainable clean environment across the district.

Highlighting the objectives of the sanitation drive, the ADC called upon citizens to pledge their commitment to a clean and green Udhampur through active community participation. He further stated that the initiative also aims to instill patriotic values among the younger generation, fostering respect for the nation and its glorious heritage. He emphasised that the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign is a proud national movement designed to inspire unity and patriotism among every citizen of the country.

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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.

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