ANANTNAG: To address the grievances and concerns of the local community especially related to the ensuing winter season, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Anantnag, SF Hamid , presided over the Block Diwas today at Koot Verinag.

The event witnessed participation by DDC Shahabad, SDM Dooru, ACD, Tehsildar, BMO and ZEO Verinag, other concerned officers from various departments, members of civil society, ex PRI members and the local public of the area.

During the program, the DC gave a patient hearing to the residents who raised issues pertaining to road connectivity, healthcare services, rationalisation of teachers, advance distribution of ration for winter months, expediting JJM works, desilting of Irrigation canals, commissioning of Receiving Station, availability of men & machinery for snow clearance, construction of infrastructure for schools, among others.

Addressing the gathering, the DC reaffirmed the district administration’s commitment to the time-bound resolution of all genuine grievances, assuring that issues would be taken up with the concerned departments for effective redressal. He issued on spot directions to the concerned officers to ensure prompt and efficient resolution of genuine concerns raised by the public. Later, accompanied by concerned officers, the DC visited Taxi Stand Dooru and took stock of the municipal services and roadside amenities.

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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