District Administration Udhampur convened a condolence meeting today to mourn the tragic and untimely demise of JKAS Officer Rajinder Singh Rana and his son, who lost their lives in a devastating landslide incident that occurred late yesterday evening in the Dharmari area of Reasi District. The Officer was serving as Sub-Divisional Magistrate Ramnagar.
The meeting was presided over by Deputy Commissioner Saloni Rai and attended by Additional District Development Commissioner, Rajinder Singh, officers of and staff members of line departments. Expressing profound grief and shock, the Deputy Commissioner paid heartfelt tribute to the departed officer and his son.
She extended deepest sympathies to the bereaved family and prayed for eternal peace to the departed souls. The DC recalled Rajinder Singh Rana as an upright, dedicated and sincere officer who earned the admiration and respect of all through his commitment, hard work and unwavering devotion to duty.
The condolence meet resonated with emotional tributes, as colleagues and staff members shared their fond memories of working with the late officer. They described him as a capable and brilliant officer whose sudden demise is an irreparable loss not only to the District Administration but also to the entire officer fraternity.
As a mark of respect, a two-minute silence was observed by all present. Prayers were offered for the eternal peace of the departed souls and expressions of support and solidarity were conveyed to the bereaved family. The officers assured all possible assistance to help the family endure this immense loss.