RAMBAN: Deputy Commissioner Ramban Mohammad Alyas Khan today conducted an extensive inspection of the ongoing works under the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) Four-Laning Project between Ramban and Banihal, reviewing the progress of key viaducts, tunnels and other critical infrastructure components.

The Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by SSP Arun Gupta, SSP Traffic NHW Raja Adil Hamid, Project Director NHAI Shubham Yadav, SDM Ramsoo Sayed Mazahir Hussain Shah, SDM Mohammad Naseeb Bajran and other concerned officers.

The team reviewed the ongoing construction works at Digdol, Panthyal, Magerkote, Ramsoo, Nachilana, Gangru and Kishtwari Pather, taking on-site feedback regarding the pace of execution, traffic management and other issues pertaining to smooth progress of the prestigious national project.

The Deputy Commissioner directed the Project Director NHAI and executing agencies to expedite the pace of work on all ongoing components and ensure coordinated efforts for timely completion of the vital NH-44 infrastructure. He stressed the need for close monitoring of works at critical locations and prompt resolution of bottlenecks to maintain momentum on the project.

Keeping in view the ongoing seasonal movement of nomadic livestock and the Fruit trucks, along with the expected increase in vehicular traffic, the Deputy Commissioner directed the concerned agencies to focus on road maintenance for the convenience of commuters, transporters and fruit-laden vehicles and others.

At Gangru, the Deputy Commissioner specifically directed the construction agencies to clear and properly maintain the road shoulder to facilitate double-carriageway movement. The Deputy Commissioner also called for effective inter-agency coordination among NHAI, traffic police and executing agencies to ensure seamless traffic regulation, road safety and uninterrupted movement of vehicles during the ongoing construction works.

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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.

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