• Reviews functioning of Revenue Deptt, addresses public grievances

JAMMU: Additional District Magistrate (ADM) Jammu, Rakesh Kumar, today undertook comprehensive tour of Akhnoor, Jourian, Khour, and Pargwal tehsils to assess the functioning of the Revenue Department and review the ongoing Girdawari (crop inspection) updation process.

During the visit, the ADM conducted thorough inspections of the revenue offices and examined records pertaining to land, crop assessments, and mutation registers in various villages. He identified several discrepancies and shortfalls in record maintenance and service delivery.

Taking serious note of these issues, he gave clear instructions to revenue officials to enhance transparency, adhere strictly to standard protocols, and improve efficiency in public service delivery.

The ADM was accompanied by SDM Akhnoor, SDM Khour, Tehsildars of Akhnoor, Jourian, Khour, and Pargwal, who briefed him on the local challenges and ongoing administrative measures.

In addition to inspecting departmental functioning, ADM Rakesh Kumar also interacted with local residents at multiple locations and listened to their concerns. He gave a patient hearing to grievances related not only to the Revenue separtment but also to PDD, Agriculture, and Health Departments. He assured the public that all issues raised would be taken up on priority with the concerned departments for early redressal.

The ADM reiterated the administration’s commitment to proactive governance and responsive public service and urged all officers to work in close coordination to address the issues faced by the public at the grassroots 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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