UDHAMPUR: Deputy Commissioner Saloni Rai today directed for prioritizing the completion of Jal Jeevan Mission projects in tribal villages in consonance with the Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA). The DC was chairing a meeting with JJM functionaries and contractors to review the progress and address the challenges faced in the execution of water supply schemes in eight tribal villages of the district.

After detailed deliberations on the issues hampering timely completion of the schemes, she sought special focus on identifying bottlenecks in key components viz. electrical and mechanical works etc. Contractors highlighted several ground-level impediments, including delays in material supply and inter-departmental clearances.

The DC assured the contractors of timely resolution of genuine issues particularly those related to pending payments of JJM works and urged all contractors to adopt a mission mode approach to ensure time-bound and quality completion of the ongoing works. The DC directed the concerned officers to carry out regular field inspections and closely monitor the pace of work. She also stressed on inter-departmental coordination and proactive grievances redressal mechanism to prevent further delays.

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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