BANDIPORA: Deputy Commissioner Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, today undertook an extensive tour of Aloosa Tehsil to review the functioning of key government offices and assess the delivery of public services at the grassroots level.

During the tour, the Deputy Commissioner inspected the Tehsil Office Aloosa and interacted with the staff, stressing the importance of efficient, transparent and citizen-friendly service delivery. She also reviewed the progress of land record digitisation and directed the concerned officials to ensure its timely and accurate completion.

The Deputy Commissioner visited the Ayush Health and Wellness Centre, Aloosa, where she reviewed its functioning and emphasised the need for accessible and quality public healthcare services. She also inspected the Health and Wellness Centre, Aloosa, under Medical Block Bandipora, and took stock of patient care, available facilities and staff strength. The officials were directed to ensure optimal utilisation of resources to improve healthcare delivery.

Later, the Deputy Commissioner visited the Sheikh Muqam area of Aloosa Tehsil, where she interacted with local residents, listened to their grievances and assured them of all possible support from the district administration.

The tour also included a visit to the Aloosa Apple Agro Producers Cooperative Limited (FPO), where the Deputy Commissioner interacted with members and reviewed the activities being undertaken. She highlighted the role of Farmer Producer Organisations in enhancing farmers’ incomes, improving market access and promoting collective growth.

The Deputy Commissioner visited the Animal Husbandry Unit, Aloosa, and reviewed its functioning, assessing the services being provided to livestock rearers. She stressed the importance of effective implementation of animal husbandry schemes to strengthen farmers’ livelihoods and support the rural economy.

The Deputy Commissioner also inspected the Block Development Office (BDO) Aloosa and emphasised the need for efficient public service delivery, timely disposal of public grievances and enhanced accountability to ensure responsive and people-centric governance. She issued on-spot instructions for Better implementation of SBM and expressed concern over the poor performance of the same in the Block.

During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner inspected the Mechanical Engineering Department (MED) at Potushay and reviewed the availability of machinery, manpower and overall preparedness for snow clearance operations. She directed the officials to remain fully prepared to deal with any exigency, particularly during the winter season.

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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