In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
  • Prioritizes pothole repairs, safer roads for two-wheelers and timely completion of flyovers

JAMMU: Deputy Commissioner Jammu Minga Sherpa today conducted an extensive tour of Jammu city and inspected major traffic chokepoints including Narwal, Satwari and Canal Road.

During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by SSP Amit Bhasin; ADC Ishita Rathi; senior officers from the Public Works Department, Traffic Police and other concerned agencies. He reviewed the existing traffic scenario, condition of roads, ongoing flyover works and measures required to ease congestion at these critical points.

The DC directed for prompt repair of potholes and ensuring smoother, safer roads, particularly for two-wheelers. Terming these a priority of the district administration, he directed the executing agencies to immediately fill potholes, improve road surface quality and take necessary steps to enhance safety of commuters.

The Contractors were instructed to complete the ongoing flyover works in a time-bound manner, strictly adhering to quality standards and timelines. The Deputy Commissioner stressed the need for improved traffic movement ahead of the Darbar Move and asked the concerned departments to work in close coordination to remove bottlenecks and ensure smoother flow of vehicles.

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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.

— Team JK Monitor

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