KISHTWAR: In a crucial meeting held today, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kishtwar, Pankaj Kumar Sharma, engaged with the Senior Citizens Council, which represents all Sub-Divisions and Tehsils of Kishtwar District. The gathering provided a platform for senior citizens to voice their concerns on a range of issues impacting the region.

Led by President Abdul Majeed Bichoo, the Senior Citizens Council presented a detailed list of grievances covering essential services such as water shortage, road conditions, electricity, generic medicines, pollution, transport, pension schemes, bridges, traffic parking, drainage, sanitation, and tourism—issues affecting both rural areas and Kishtwar Town.

During the meeting, DC Kishtwar gave a patient hearing to all concerns and assured the representatives of his unwavering support from the District Administration. He emphasized the administration's commitment to addressing these matters in a timely and efficient manner.

A key highlight of the meeting was a request from the Senior Citizens' representative of Tehsil Mughal Maidan for organising a health camp specifically for the elderly. The DC promptly assured that necessary steps would be taken to organize this initiative soon.

In response to the Council’s concerns, DC Kishtwar pledged to hold monthly meetings with the Senior Citizens Council, fostering continuous dialogue and ensuring the resolution of critical issues.

Pankaj Kumar Sharma recognized the invaluable role of senior citizens in monitoring the functioning of government initiatives. He stressed that their experience and wisdom are essential to identifying and solving real-time problems.

The DC also urged the senior citizens to raise awareness in their communities about preserving local heritage and government/public assets, highlighting the crucial role they play in sustaining the region’s future.

The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kishtwar Pawan Kotwal, Tehsildar HQA Sonali Rani and members of the Senior Citizens Council Kishtwar.

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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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