• Stresses mass awareness, coordination among stakeholder departments

KISHTWAR: A meeting to discuss arrangements for the upcoming Census–2027 was convened today in the Conference Hall of the New DC Office Complex Kishtwar. Principal Census Officer (Deputy Commissioner) Pankaj Kumar Sharma  chaired the meeting and reviewed various aspects related to Census–2027, with special focus on Self-Enumeration, IEC (Information, Education and Communication) activities, inter-departmental coordination and other logistical arrangements required for the smooth conduct of census-related activities across the district.

The meeting was informed that the Self-Enumeration phase shall be conducted from May 17 to May 31, 2026. Citizens can complete their online self-enumeration through the official Census website. The District and Sectoral Officers of the line departments were directed to extend full cooperation and make all necessary arrangements well in advance.

The DC also issued necessary directions regarding the main Census 2027 launch programme in the district scheduled to be held at the Mini Secretariat, New DC Office on May 17, 2026. The Revenue, Education, Health, Rural Development, Municipal Committee and other line departments were directed to ensure seamless execution of assigned responsibilities.

Further, the Deputy Commissioner directed all government employees to remain present and complete their self-enumeration on the inaugural day to lead by example and encourage public participation in the exercise. The DC stressed on extensive public awareness and timely execution of responsibilities to ensure the successful conduct of Census operations in District Kishtwar.

The meeting was attended by ADC  (DCO) Pawan Kotwal, PO ICDS  Rishi Kumar Sharma; CEO KDA  Kaiser Bhawani; CPO  Akhil Thakur; ACR  Idrees lone; ACD  Manoj Kumar; DSWO  Tariq Parveaz Qazi; CEO Municipal Council  Mirza Mumtaz Iqbal besides other District and Sectoral Officers and concerned staff.

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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