BHADERWAH: Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Sunil Kumar Bhutyal today conducted an extensive inspection tour to review the progress of ongoing development works and assess public facilities tour across different locations in Sub-District Bhaderwah. The ADC was accompanied by the Assistant Engineer (AE), staff members of the R&B (Roads and Buildings) Department, Irrigation Department and the contractors associated with the projects.

During the visit, the ADC inspected the Veterinary Hospital to evaluate livestock healthcare services and reviewed the available infrastructure. He also examined the construction of the irrigation protection wall at Circular Road, directing officials to maintain quality standards and ensure timely completion.

At the College Link Road, ADC Bhutyal assessed the damaged protection wall and instructed the concerned authorities to expedite repair work to avoid inconvenience to the public. He further visited Boys Higher Secondary School Bhaderwah, where he reviewed ongoing renovation works and stressed adherence to quality and deadlines.

Later, the ADC visited Sungli village to inspect the revered Hidimba Mata Temple, taking stock of development and maintenance works at the site. He also inspected the Sub-District Hospital (SDH), where he reviewed the newly constructed emergency wards along with patient wards to ensure improved healthcare services.

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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