• Directs for time-bound completion of ongoing projects

KISHTWAR: Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar Pankaj Kumar Sharma today chaired a meeting to review the progress and functioning of the Jal Shakti Department and the implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) in the district.

The Deputy Commissioner assessed the progress achieved so far. He directed for certification of all 39 completed JJM works without delay, ensuring due verification and adherence to all required procedural formalities.

He further directed to complete all pending works in a time-bound manner and adhering to quality parameters, so that the benefits of safe and adequate drinking water supply reach every household.

The Deputy Commissioner directed the department to issue notices to the contractors lagging in progress or failing to comply with the prescribed specification. He also directed the department to make an inventory of pipes and construction materials at each site to ensure better site management, safety and efficiency in execution.

With regard to site-specific issues, the Deputy Commissioner directed to resolve the gravity dispute at Bathdaat Saroor area on priority. “The Jal Shakti Department and Police shall conduct a joint site visit to carry out detailed assessment to determine the required corrective measures to avoid further delay in the execution,” he directed.  

He further directed to complete all pending Functional Household Tap Connection (FHTC) works to achieve full saturation under JJM in the district.  The meeting was attended by ACD Manoj Kumar; ACP Neeraj Sharma; ExEn Jal Shakti Rohit Wadera, AEEs, JEs and other concerned staff from the Jal Shakti Department.

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.

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