KISHTWAR: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kishtwar, Rajesh Kumar Shavan convened a meeting with revenue officers and officials from the Border Roads Organization (BRO)-GREF to address key issues related to land acquisition and revenue management for road projects in the district.

During the meeting, the DC reviewed the progress of land acquisition and award processes along the Kishtwar-Galhar-Sansari Road axis under BRO's jurisdiction. Emphasizing the importance of completing pending tasks, he directed the concerned Tehsildars to ensure that all land records are updated and consolidated. He further instructed them to obtain a stretch-wise list of land awarded under various BRO projects to streamline the record-keeping process.

To ensure proper management of acquired land, the DC highlighted the need for accurate demarcation and timely handover of land records to the relevant agencies. He directed the Assistant Commissioner Revenue (ACR) and Sub-Divisional Magistrates (SDMs) and Tehsildars to conduct joint inspections along with Executing departments and immediately initiate the demarcation and pegging process for pending acquired land under road projects.

Apart from land-related issues, the DC emphasized the importance of maintaining cleanliness and sanitation along BRO roads, especially in marketplaces and drainage systems. He urged the authorities to align these efforts with the objectives of the Swatch Bharat Mission to ensure a cleaner and healthier environment for the public.

Key discussions also focused on road alignment issues, widening of roads, and demarcation of acquired stretches to facilitate the smooth implementation of ongoing and future road projects. The DC reiterated the need for inter-departmental coordination to resolve bottlenecks and expedite developmental activities.

The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kishtwar, Pawan Kotwal; Assistant Commissioner Revenue (ACR), Idrees Lone; SDM Marwah, Dr. Mohd Ashraf; SDM Chatroo, Nayeem ur Rehman and Tehsildars from various tehsils.

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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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