DODA: In a significant achievement, the district administration Doda, under the leadership of Deputy Commissioner Harvinder Singh, successfully removed a 40-year-old encroachment on the land belonging to the District Information Centre (DIC). The step was taken following intensive efforts by the administration to reclaim the public property and ensure its rightful use.

The issue came to light when the newly appointed District Information Officer (DIO), Nasir Ahmed Khan, took the initiative to address the longstanding encroachment. Upon learning about the matter, he promptly approached the Deputy Commissioner, highlighting the urgency of the situation. Acknowledging the importance of the issue, the DC directed the Revenue Department, through Tehsildar Doda, to investigate and take immediate action to restore the encroached land.

Land encroachment was retrieved by the District Information Centre, Revenue Department, and Municipal Council through their collective efforts. Following the directives, the Revenue Department, in coordination with the concerned officials, undertook swift measures to reclaim the land. This decisive action marks a milestone in upholding transparency and accountability in governance, ensuring that public assets are safeguarded for their intended purposes.

The removal of encroachment paves the way for the optimal utilization of the District Information Centre land, which can now be used to enhance communication and outreach activities. The district administration has reiterated its commitment to addressing similar issues and ensuring the proper management of public properties in the future.

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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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