BARAMULLA: Chairperson District Development Council (DDC) Baramulla, Safina Baig, today conducted an extensive tour of the Wagoora-Kreeri area to review the progress of several ongoing developmental projects, with a focus on improving infrastructure and public services.

During the visit, Safina Baig inspected key works in the education and connectivity sectors. At Higher Secondary School Bandi Bala, she reviewed the construction of a nine-roomed triple-storey building being executed at a cost of Rs 237.75 lakh, and a three-roomed double-storey building worth Rs 130 lakh. These projects aim to strengthen educational infrastructure and accommodate increasing enrolments.

She also assessed progress on the Shrunz Bridge, a significant connectivity project involving a 50-meter span bridge under construction at a cost of Rs 7 crore. Once completed, the bridge will greatly enhance mobility and access for several villages in the area.

At Middle School Kohlina, Safina Baig reviewed two construction works—a four-roomed double-storey building estimated at Rs 45.77 lakh and a three-roomed building costing Rs 31.18 lakh. Both structures are intended to improve classroom availability and learning conditions for students.

During on-site interactions, DDC Chairperson directed officers and executing agencies to ensure timely completion of all projects while maintaining quality and safety standards. She emphasized that delays must be avoided and that all works should be regularly monitored. She also interacted with local residents, assuring them that developmental concerns and public demands would be addressed on priority.

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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