DODA: Chairman District Development Council (DDC) Doda, Dhananter Singh Kotwal today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the progress of ongoing Rural Development developmental works and the utilization of PRI, DDC and BDC grants in the district.

The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Anil Kumar Thakur; Assistant Commissioner Development (ACD)   Din Mohd Afaqi; Chief Planning Officer (CPO) Manesh Kumar Manhas; Executive Engineer (XEN) REW and all Block Development Officers (BDOs). Detailed discussions were held on the status of works, expenditure status, physical progress and adherence to quality standards.

During the review, the Chairman stressed on the importance of adhering to approved timelines, ensuring transparency and maintaining prescribed quality standards in all development projects.

The Officers were directed to expedite slow-moving works, ensure proper utilization of funds, conduct regular field inspections and address implementation gaps without delay. Special emphasis was laid on projects funded under PRI, DDC and BDC grants to ensure maximum public benefit.

The Chairman further underscored the need for close coordination among RDD, BDOs and executing agencies. He issued a string of directions seeking timely submission of utilization certificates, proper record maintenance, geo-tagging of works and third-party quality checks. The meeting reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to effective rural development, accountability and people-centric governance.

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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