In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

PULWAMA: On the directions of Transport Commissioner J&K, Vishesh Paul Mahajan, Enforcement Squad of the Assistant Regional Transport Office (ARTO) Pulwama carried out a vehicle checking drive today along the Newa and Ring Road stretches in Pulwama.  The drive targeted traffic rule violations to ensure road safety and illegal vehicle trade practices across the area.

During the inspection, the squad recommended the suspension of three driving licences and three vehicle registration certificates. In addition, one registration certificate was recommended for blacklisting. A total amount of Rs 56,000 is expected to be recovered from the violators as compound penalties.

In a related action, the team inspected Alamdar Automobiles located at Rajpora, Pulwama. The dealership was found operating without the required authorization for selling vehicles. The enforcement squad issued a formal warning to the management and shut down the premises immediately for unauthorized commercial activity.

The Enforcement Squad stated that these inspection drives will continue on a regular basis to enforce transport regulations throughout the district. The drive was carried out by Rahil Anjum, MVI, Irfan Ahmad, AMVI, Suhail Ahmad and Gulzar Ahmad under the overall supervision of Mohammad Shafait, ARTO Pulwama.

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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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