• Emphasizes Timely Completion and  Quality Compliance

BARAMULLA: Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Minga Sherpa, today chaired a detailed review meeting to assess the physical and financial progress of various ongoing projects under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) programme at the meeting hall at DC office Baramulla.

At the outset, the DC took a comprehensive project-wise review of the ongoing works and sought updates on the current status, achievements, and timelines. The DC instructed officers to maintain strict adherence to the approved deadlines and ensure that all ongoing projects are executed with high standards of quality and transparency.

Furthermore, Minga Sherpa emphasized the importance of proper financial management and utilization of funds, directing departments to ensure that expenditure remains aligned with physical progress on ground.

Stressing the importance of SASCI in strengthening infrastructure and improving public service delivery across the district, the DC reiterated that the timely completion of these projects would significantly benefit citizens at the grassroots level.

The meeting was attended by the Chief Planning Officer, Nisar Ahmad; Assistant Commissioner Development, Chaudhary Mudasir Hussain and other senior officers from various departments.

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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