RAJOURI: Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Dr. Raj Kumar Thapa today chaired a meeting to review the physical and financial progress of works being executed under the SAMAGRA scheme in the district. The Executive Engineer (Ex En), informing the meeting about the status of works in Sub-Division Rajouri, said out of 50 sanctioned works, 12 have been completed, 13 are in progress and 13 others allotted, while 8 are under the tendering process. He further said that 4 works are held up due to some disputes.   The progress of works in other sub-divisions and zones was also reviewed.

The ADDC directed the Chief Education Officer (CEO) to submit a factual report regarding the delay in the construction of NSCAV hostel at High School Thandikassi. In addition, the ADDC reviewed the status of AAYA appointments and instructed the concerned authorities to resolve related complaints transparently and in a time-bound manner.

Furthermore, he assessed the functioning of Mobile Schools and sought a detailed report on why some Mobile Schools have become stationary. He also directed officials to furnish information regarding the sanctioned strength of teachers in these schools.

The meeting was attended byRamkesh Sharma, ADC Sunderbani, Pritam Lal Thapa, ADC Nowshera, GM DIC, Mohd Fareed Kohli, District Statistics & Evaluation Officer (DSEO) Sandeep Kumar, Executive Engineers, Chief Education Officer (CEO), and Zonal Education Officers (ZEOs).

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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