POONCH: Deputy Commissioner Poonch Vikas Kundal, chaired a meeting today in the Meeting Hall of the DC Office Complex to evaluate the status of the Auto-Appeals system under the Public Service Guarantee Act (PSGA) for online services. The meeting included key participants from the Revenue Department, including the Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC), Assistant Commissioner Revenue (ACR), Sub-Divisional Magistrates (SDMs), Tehsildars, and other important officials.

During the meeting, ADC Tahir Mustafa Malik provided an overview of the Public Service Guarantee Act, detailing the service processes, timelines, and responsibilities of the officers and officials involved. The Deputy Commissioner reviewed the latest Tehsil-wise status of the pendency list for appeals, applications disposed of, applications rejected, and other services related to the issuance of various certificates. He emphasized the importance of adhering to the timelines set under the PSGA for services delivery.

DC Vikas Kundal directed all concerned officers to avoid unnecessary delays and ensure the prompt issuance of certificates to applicants. He underscored the significance of transparency in the process, instructing officers to conduct thorough verifications before rejecting applications and to provide clear, lawful reasons for any rejections.

For improved efficiency, the Deputy Commissioner instructed officers to maintain both physical and digital records. The officers were urged to adopt a proactive approach to ensure effective, transparent, and efficient revenue services for the people of Poonch.

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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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