KATHUA: Deputy Commissioner Kathua, Rajesh Sharma, today chaired a meeting to review the status of land acquisition for Border Out Posts (BOPs), axial roads and link roads in the district, with a focus on completing the process in a time-bound manner.

The meeting was attended by ADC Vishavjeet Singh, ACR Vishav Partap Singh, SDM Hiranagar Phulail Singh, Commanding Officer BSF 107 Battalion, Commanding Officer BSF 159 Battalion, XEN CPWD, Tehsildar Hiranagar and Tehsildar Marheen, besides other concerned officers.

Threadbare discussions were held on component-wise progress of land acquisition cases, identification of bottlenecks, procedural gaps and the way forward for ensuring early completion of all pending formalities. Issues related to revenue verification, compensation, documentation and coordination among stakeholder departments were discussed in detail.

The Deputy Commissioner emphasised the timely completion of land acquisition for BOPs and allied road infrastructure, stating that these projects are critical from the perspective of border security, connectivity and operational preparedness. He directed the revenue officers to ensure prompt disposal of pending cases and removal of procedural hurdles through close coordination with executing agencies and BSF authorities.

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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