JAMMU: The Jammu and Kashmir Real Estate Authority (JKRERA) conducted a series of inspections of illegal colonies in  Kathua and Udhampur districts. The inspections were conducted in the presence of Tehsildar Kathua and Naib Tehsildars Udhampur respectively. During the inspection, several colonies in Kathua and Udhampur were inspected including Rakh Badali, Ballian and Kallar in Udhampur and Taraf Tajwal, Taraf Manjli, Chak Diwan Kirpa Ram and Rakh Sarkar Plahi.

Tehsildar Kathua was asked to provide detailed revenue records of the inspected colonies. Also, notices were issued to the defaulters, directing them to register with JKRERA. The revenue staff of both Udhampur and Kathua districts has been instructed to ensure that developers register their real estate projects with JKRERA before advertising, marketing, booking, selling, offering for sale, or inviting persons to purchase any plot, apartment, or building, in any planning area. This registration is mandatory under Section 3 of the JKRERA Act and must be completed prior to any such activities.

Speaking on this, Chairperson JKRERA Satish Chandra said “Our aim is to promote transparency and accountability in the real estate sector, protect consumer rights and ensure planned development in accordance with the Unified Building Bye-laws (UBBLs).” He emphasized that these kinds of inspections will help curb the growth of illegal colonies lacking basic facilities. Deputy Secretary, JKRERA Esha Chib, Naib Tehsildar JKRERA Gias-ud-Din among others conducted the inspection.

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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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