KISHTWAR: To gear up the progress of the Jal Jeevan Mission Schemes in the district, DC Rajesh Kumar Shavan and MD JJM, Khurshid Ahmed Shah held a review meeting to assess the status of Water Supply Scheme in the district. At the outset, Executive Engineer Jal Shakti gave a comprehensive presentation regarding ongoing schemes. It was informed that 39 schemes out of 129 have been completed in the district to date, while work on other projects is on.

The MD JJM set the target of completing the laying of the pipeline network by February 2025. Additionally, he emphasized the importance of completing all pending schemes and achieving 100% "Har Ghar Jal" certification for covered villages.

The Deputy Commissioner directed the AEEs and JEs to ensure adherence to quality specifications and timeline completion of works. He especially laid stress on proper embedding of rubber pipes in the forest areas to avoid any future damage due to forest fires. “The concerned JJM authorities will be held responsible for any damage to Pipeline and the resulting liabilities would be on the concerned JE,” he maintained.

Furthermore, he instructed officials to resolve any land issues in collaboration with the District Administration to avoid delays in project implementation. The review meeting was attended by Superintending Engineer Mechanical, Bodh Raj Bhagat; Consultant JJM Salim Malik; DFO Kishtwar; Executive Engineer Jal Shakti, Sunil Sharma; AEEs; JEs; and Third-Party Inspection (TPI) agencies involved in civil and mechanical works.

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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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