• Assess preparations for upcoming Pulse Polio immunization drive

BHADERWAH: Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Bhaderwah Sunil Kumar Bhutyal on Wednesday chaired a review meeting to assess the progress of works under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) in the sub-division. Officers from the RDD department briefed the ADC on the status of sanctioned houses, ongoing constructions and issues faced at the field level.

The ADC emphasized timely completion of houses, adherence to guidelines and proper utilization of funds to ensure benefits reach the deserving beneficiaries. He directed the concerned officials to resolve pending cases on a priority and strengthen monitoring for quality construction. The meeting concluded with directions to expedite PMAY works for achieving the targets within the stipulated timeframe.

Meanwhile, the Additional Deputy Commissioner chaired a review meeting to assess the preparations for the upcoming Pulse Polio immunization programme. Officers from the Health, ICDS, Education and Municipality Departments briefed the ADC about micro-plans, vaccination coverage, deployment of teams and awareness measures.

The ADC stressed the importance of 100 percent coverage of the eligible children and directed the officials to strengthen coordination, especially in remote and hard-to-reach areas. He also emphasized proper monitoring and timely reporting to make the Pulse Polio drive successful.

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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