GANDERBAL: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore today conducted an extensive inspection of the ongoing Ring Road project and also reviewed the functioning of the Tehsil and Block Development Office (BDO) at Wakura. During the site visit, the DC assessed the progress of the Ring Road project and issued on-spot directions to accelerate construction while maintaining high quality standards.

Officials from the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) were instructed to expedite shifting of utilities and demolition of structures for which compensation has already been paid. In this regard, the DC instructed Tehsildar Lar to identify all such compensated structures so that timely demolition can be undertaken.

Subsequently, DC visited the Tehsil and BDO Office Wakura to review their functioning. He interacted with the public present at the offices and enquired about the services being provided. Kishore emphasized the importance of prompt public service delivery, and directed the Tehsildar Wakura and BDO to ensure timely redressal of grievances. 

He urged the officials to maintain a people-friendly approach and ensure that citizens are attended to with diligence and care. The DC was accompanied by Chief Planning Officer, Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Chief Agriculture Officer, Tehsildar Lar and other concerned 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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