POONCH: Deputy Commissioner Poonch Vikas Kundal today chaired a comprehensive review meeting with the officers of the Rural Development Department (RDD) to assess the progress of developmental works and the implementation of Centrally Sponsored Schemes across the district. During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner received block-wise and panchayat-wise updates from the concerned officers on the physical and financial progress achieved till the end of July 2025 under key RDD schemes and other vital projects.

The progress of construction work of panchayat Ghars and status of sanitation initiatives under the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) was also reviewed. The Deputy Commissioner directed all Block Development Officers (BDOs) to expedite the execution of MGNREGA works. He emphasized timely disbursement of wages to job card holders and completion of Aadhaar seeding of their accounts to enhance transparency. He also called for fast-tracking the ongoing projects, initiation of new works, and ensuring completion within stipulated timelines. The meeting was attended by ACD, ACP, DPO, XEN REW, BDOs, Headquarter Assistant and other concerned officers.

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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