KATHUA: Deputy Commissioner Kathua, Rajesh Sharma reviewed the progress of the Public Works Department (PWD) sector schemes at a meeting held today. The meeting was attended by Chief Planning Officer, Ranjeet Thakur; Superintendent Engineer PWD, Executive Engineer PWD, AEEs, Technical Officer and other concerned officers.

Executive Engineer PWD apprised the chair about the physical and financial progress of the works being executed under District Capex, NFB, Untied funds, Urban Development, Seema Suraksha Yojana, CDF, NABARD, UT Capex, CRF and City & Town schemes. It was informed that out of 32 NABARD funded projects, 21 have been completed and the work on the rest is in progress.

Similarly, work has been completed on six out of 16 projects taken up under UT Capex. Taking a serious view of the slow pace of execution under the City & Town scheme, the DC directed the officers to ensure adherence to timelines and quality standards. He emphasized fixing accountability and avoiding delays at all levels.

The Deputy Commissioner further directed the department to optimally utilise the available time to clear financial liabilities by December 31, keeping in view the scheduled 30 percent budget cut. He stressed the need for timely billing and close monitoring to ensure maximum utilization of funds before the cut comes into effect.

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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