• Thoroughly reviews functioning at Tehsil Office, Municipal Council Office, SDH Sopore

BARAMULLA: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Baramulla, Minga Sherpa conducted a visit to the Tehsil Office, Municipal Council Office and Sub-District Hospital Sopore to review their overall functioning, assess public service delivery and take stock of ongoing administrative activities. During the visit, DC reviewed the overall performance of the tehsil office and checked the attendance of staff. He was briefed by the Tehsildar Sopore regarding the day-to-day functioning of the tehsil office.

After detailed assessment of the tehsil office, DC approved sanctioning of Rs.6 lakh for upgrading the facilities and strengthening service delivery at the tehsil office Sopore. DC directed the concerned authorities that all pending court cases must be disposed-off within stipulated time frame, and emphasized timely action on public grievances.

Additionally, he directed the concerned authorities to ensure the demolition of unsafe structures in the jurisdiction to safeguard public safety. DC further instructed the Executive Engineer R&B to prepare DPRs for beautification of parking spaces, record room and other facilities in Sopore town for effective service delivery.

Meanwhile, during his visit to the Municipal Committee Office Sopore, DC thoroughly checked the staff attendance, and reviewed the service delivery. Speaking during the visit, DC said that the revenue department has already transferred 40 kanals of land for the construction of a sewage treatment plant which will be operationalised in a few weeks time to cater to the local waste management needs.

He further stated that SDRF equipment, including machinery such as boats, life jackets, and other essential tools, will be stationed at Sopore to ensure a prompt response during emergencies. Later, DC conducted a visit to Sub District Hospital Sopore to take stock of the healthcare facilities being provided to the patients. He also interacted with patients, attendants and inspected staff rosters to ensure optimal healthcare delivery.

At the SDH Sopore, DC also undertook the thorough assessment of Jan Aushadhi Kendra to review the service delivery and availability of medicine for the patients visiting the hospital. During the visit, DC was accompanied by ADC Sopore and other officers and officials.

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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