KULGAM: Continuing efforts to bring governance to the doorstep of the people, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan, today visited Frisal and held a public outreach programme to listen to the grievances, demands, and issues of the local residents.

During the programme, various delegations, civil society members, and locals from Frisal and adjoining areas raised several developmental and public service-related demands. These included the reservation and development of Shankpal Spring, construction of link roads to orchard areas, improvement of healthcare services, development of playfields and other essential needs.

DC gave a patient hearing to all the concerns and assured that the issues raised would be addressed in a time-bound manner. Responding to the demand for desilting and repair of irrigation canals, DC informed that 440 works have been incorporated under this year’s plan to ensure smooth irrigation facilities and boost agricultural productivity.

Additional Deputy Commissioner, Viqar Ahmad Giri; DDC member Frisal, ACD, JDP, Executive Engineers, CEO, Tehsildar, BDO, and other officers were also present during the programme.

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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