RAJOURI: In a major people centric initiative, a Public Outreach camp was today conducted at the border village of Kalal, Tehsil Nowshera, on the directions of Deputy Commissioner Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma. The camp was organized to provide a platform to the residents of the far-flung border area to voice their concerns and seek on-the-spot redressal of their grievances.

The Public Outreach camp was presided over by the Additional Deputy Commissioner Nowshera, Pritam Lal Thapa who was accompanied by all sectoral officers of the Nowshera Sub-District. The officers listened to the issues of the general public, demanding road connectivity, augmentation of water supply, up-gradation of power infrastructure, irrigation facilities, and effective implementation of welfare schemes. The officers assured timely resolution of the issues raised at the camp.

The ADC reiterated the commitment of the district administration to ensure participatory governance and equitable development, especially in the border and remote areas. He directed the officers to resolve the issues projected during the camp on priority and submit an action-taken report in the coming days.

The Camp witnessed enthusiastic participation from the residents of Kalal and adjoining villages, who appreciated the efforts of the district administration in bringing governance to their doorsteps. Officers in attendance were XEN PWD (R&B) Division Nowshera, XEN Jal Shakti Division Nowshera, XEN I&FC Division Nowshera, Deputy CEO Nowshera, Tehsildar Nowshera, BDO Seri, AEE JPDCL Nowshera and other officers and officials.

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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