SRINAGAR: The House Committee on Petitions of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly today convened a meeting at the Assembly Complex in Srinagar to deliberate on issues pertaining to the Housing Department. The meeting was chaired by Committee Chairman Pirzada Farooq Ahmad Shah and attended by members Mushtaq Guroo, Salman Sagar, Mian Mehar Ali, Vijay Kumar and Thakur Randhir Singh.

Managing Director, Jammu and Kashmir Housing Board, Shahbaz Ahmad Mirza, also participated in the proceedings. The Committee held a threadbare discussion on a petition submitted by former Member of Legislative Assembly, Ghulam Qadir Wani, regarding the retrieval of 12 marlas of land at Channi Rama, Jammu, from the Housing Department.

The discussions focused on identifying practical and time-bound solutions to the issues raised in the petition. The members assured deep commitment towards resolving the genuine public grievances through a structured and responsive mechanism. The Chairman, emphasized the Committee’s responsibility to meticulously examine each petition referred to it, ensuring timely redressal and resolution of genuine concerns. He reiterated that the Committee would report to the House on specific complaints and recommend appropriate remedial measures as deemed necessary.

He stressed the importance of active cooperation and seamless contributions from all members and the concerned officials to ensure the vibrant and effective functioning of the Committee. The members actively participated in the meeting, offering valuable suggestions and feedback on various issues discussed, reaffirming their dedication towards addressing the public concerns transparently and efficiently.

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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