POONCH: Deputy Commissioner Vikas Kundal today reviewed the functioning of the revenue department here at a meeting, focusing on land management, digital governance and public Services delivery. The DC emphasized the timely recreation of Mussavies, stressing their importance to ensure updated and accurate land records. The status of the Land Bank was reviewed, with directions to all Tehsils to update Google Sheets to support transparency and developmental planning.

The Deputy Commissioner directed Tehsildars to fully transition to the e-Office platform to streamline office functioning and improve administrative efficiency. He also reviewed the status of revenue services under the Public Service Guarantee Act (PSGA), urging strict compliance to timelines and accountability for any delays.

Grievances redressal through the JK Samadhan portal was also discussed, with instructions for timely and effective disposal of public complaints. The Deputy Commissioner further directed to expedite the process of freezing Jamabandis as per guidelines to ensure the integrity of land records. A review of the Central Record Room was also conducted, with emphasis on proper inventory management and systematic maintenance of land documents. The meeting was attended by the Additional Deputy Commissioner, Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Sub Divisional Magistrates, Tehsildars and Naib Tehsildars.

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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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