KISHTWAR: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kishtwar Pankaj Kumar Sharma today reviewed the Local Area Development Plan (LADP) under the Rehabilitation and Resettlement (R&R) Plan of Hydroelectric Power Projects (HEPP) in the District. The meeting focused on reviewing the physical and financial progress of local area development activities and social and community development packages of HEPP under the R&R Plan.

The review meeting covered four major projects, namely Kiru HEPP, Pakal Dul HEPP, Ratle HEPP and Kwar HEPP. The Deputy Commissioner emphasized the importance of adhering to guidelines and completing these works within set timelines, highlighting that these projects are for the welfare of the common masses, particularly the Project Affected Families (PAFs).

The meeting was attended by officers from concerned departments, executing agencies and Officers of HEPPs. The District Administration Kishtwar is committed to ensuring the timely completion of the earmarked works, which will benefit the local community and PAFs.

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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