SRINAGAR: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today visited the Legislative Assembly Complex Srinagar to review the progress of upgradation and renovation works there.  During his visit to the Complex, he was briefed on the progress of  the various components and the timeline for its completion. While reviewing the progress, Atal Dulloo impressed upon the officers that work must progress in full swing without any delays to complete it on time.

Dulloo visited the Chambers of the Speaker, Deputy Speaker, and Leader of Opposition, library hall and urged upon the Estates department to complete the upgradation works in all respects. He said that due care should be taken in ensuring proper seating facilities.

Emphasising the need for improvement in certain areas, Dulloo urged upon the officers to ensure operational sound systems, internet connectivity, software updates, new carpets and overall building improvement. He also laid stress on the cleanliness of the complex and said that  cleanliness drive should be a regular affair.

He also took it an occasion to enquire about the upgradation works in MLA hostels in the twin cities and said that they should be equipped with improved facilities. He said that he will soon be visiting the hostels to inspect the renovation works being done there.

Principal Secretary, Estates department, Alok Kumar said that the upgradation work on the Assembly Complex Srinagar is in full swing. He said that the few pending works are being monitored regularly and will be completed very soon.

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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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