• Directs for faster application Approval, swift loan disbursement

BARAMULLA: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Baramulla, Minga Sherpa today chaired a meeting to review the implementation of the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana here at the Meeting Hall of the DC Office Complex.

At the outset, the DC conducted a comprehensive division-wise and bank-wise review of the scheme’s progress, examining targets achieved, number of applications received, approvals granted, and rooftop solar installations completed across all electric divisions of Baramulla district.

The DC held detailed deliberations on the progress of rooftop solar installations being carried out under the flagship scheme aimed at promoting clean energy and reducing electricity expenses for households.

On the occasion, the DC directed all the concerned electric division heads to significantly improve their performance and ensure proactive field level work to bring more households under the coverage of this scheme.

Meanwhile, the DC directed all departments to focus on converting registrations into actual connections on the ground by fast tracking the necessary formalities in a time-bound manner.

Additionally, the DC urged banks to expedite loan processing and disbursement to facilitate timely installation of rooftop solar systems and accelerate the scheme’s implementation.

The meeting was attended by Chief Planning Officer, Executive Engineers of KPDCL, Lead District Manager and other  concerned officers involved with the implementation of the scheme.

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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