KUPWARA: A review meeting to assess the progress of works under Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen), CD Panchayat, and Capex was held today at the RDD Complex, Kupwara, under the chairmanship of Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC), Kupwara,  Mufti Farid-U-Din.

The meeting was attended by ACP/ACD Kupwara, Executive Engineer REW Kupwara, all Block Development Officers (BDOs), and concerned AEE/AE/JE officers. At the outset, ACP/ACD Kupwara briefed the Chair about the current status and physical progress of the ongoing works under the aforesaid schemes.

During the meeting, the ADDC Kupwara directed all BDOs and AEEs to identify suitable land for all SBM(G) projects on or before Tuesday, 27th January, 2026. He further instructed that in case of any difficulty, the concerned officers must personally visit the offices of the respective Tehsildars to resolve the issues at the earliest.

The Chair also emphasized the need to expedite the execution of works and directed all BDOs to ensure that the allotted targets are completed within the stipulated timeframe. He stressed for close monitoring, inter-departmental coordination, and timely completion to achieve the desired outcomes under the flagship schemes. The meeting concluded with a call for enhanced accountability and prompt action at the field level.

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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