KISHTWAR:  Deputy Commissioner (DC) Rajesh Kumar Shavan chaired a meeting to discuss the Catchment Area Development Plan for the ongoing power projects in the district. The meeting focused on evaluating aspects related to the development and implementation of the Catchment Area Plan for by power project authorities, including the crucial environmental conservation plan.

The Heads of Projects (HOPs) provided detailed briefings on different key aspects the plan including the Rehabilitation and Resettlement (R&R) Plan for displaced people, Public Health Engineering Plan, Compensatory Afforestation Plan, Biodiversity Management Plan, Fisheries Management Plan and others. The DC emphasized on ensuring the sustainability of these projects while prioritizing the welfare of the local population and the preservation of the environment.

In this regard, he directed the authorities to focus on the timely implementation, ensuring that the power projects contribute positively to the development of Kishtwar. Additionally, the DC asked all Heads of Projects (HOPs) to share a detailed plan for both financial and physical expenditures for the upcoming financial year. This would ensure transparency, proper tracking, and accountability in the execution of these critical infrastructure projects.

The DC also directed project authorities to place special emphasis on Skill Development Plans for the youth of Kishtwar, the Healthcare System, and the Environment Conservation Plan. He further directed the Power Projects Authorities for putting the details of work done under civil component in Public Domain. The meeting was attended by ADC Kishtwar Pawan Kotwal, DFO Marwah, DFO Doda and the Heads of Projects (HOPs) for various power projects, including Pakkal Dul HEP, Rattle HEP, among others.

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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