RAJOURI: Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Dr. Raj Kumar Thapa today chaired a meeting here in the Conference Hall of the DC Office Rajouri to discuss modalities for the implementation of the e-Office system up to the tehsil and block level. The ADDC underscored the importance of seamless transition to a digital workflow to enhance administrative efficiency by timely processing of files, enhancing transparency, and ensuring accountability in government functioning.

He directed all concerned departments to provide the data of onboard officials at the earliest, so that official email IDs can be created and linked to the system. He stressed that this step is crucial for the successful rollout and functioning of the e-Office framework at the grassroots administrative levels. The ADDC urged all departments to extend full cooperation and adhere to the timeline set for e-Office implementation, marking a significant move toward a more transparent and efficient administrative setup in the district.

The meeting witnessed the presence of Additional Deputy Commissioner Rajouri, Mohd Jahangir Khan; Assistant Commissioner Panchayat, Sheraz Chouhan; Chief Planning Officer, Maqsood Ahmed; District Panchayat Officer, Ch. Mohd Nawaz; District Informatics Officer NIC, Muzaffar Mir; along with other district and sectoral officers.

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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