KATHUA: Deputy Commissioner Kathua, Rajesh Sharma today inspected the progress of works taken up under AMRUT 2.0 at Lakhanpur. The Deputy Commissioner, accompanied by Deputy Commissioner State Taxes Joginder Singh Jasrotia; Chief Planning Officer Ranjeet Thakur; Executive Engineer PHE, Tehsildar and Executive Officer Municipal Committee Lakhanpur inspected the District Water Testing Laboratory and assessed its functioning and capacity for water quality monitoring.

The Deputy Commissioner also inspected the up-gradation of the Excise Department building proposed to be developed as a Community Training Centre. He directed the concerned officers to expedite the process to make the facility operational at the earliest. Besides, the DC asked for exploring the possibility of accommodating government offices presently running in rented accommodations in the building complex.

Inspecting the under construction tubewell at Lakhanpur, the Deputy Commissioner stressed for its early completion to strengthen the local water supply system. He instructed the executing agency to adhere to prescribed timelines and quality standards. The DC also inspected the pipeline near the Railway Station and the progress of the main Water Supply Scheme (WSS) being executed under AMRUT 2.0. Necessary directions were issued to ensure smooth execution of works and minimum inconvenience to the public.

Emphasising the importance of timely and quality infrastructure development, the Deputy Commissioner urged the concerned departments to maintain close coordination and ensure completion of all works within stipulated timelines to deliver improved civic amenities to the residents of Lakhanpur.

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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