POONCH: Deputy Commissioner Vikas Kundal chaired a review meeting today to assess the progress of housing construction under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Urban (PMAY-U) and to take stock of the ongoing PMAY-U 2.0 survey in the district. The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner, Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC), who also serves as the Nodal Officer for PMAY 2.0, Executive Officers of Urban Bodies of Poonch and Surankote, officials from the City Level Technical Cell.

During the review, the EOs briefed the Deputy Commissioner that the survey of 2,764 households in Municipal areas of Poonch and Surankote has been completed. The remaining surveys are scheduled to be end by May 31, 2025. The DC directed the concerned teams to adhere to the timeline and ensure thorough data collection to support effective implementation of the scheme.

Emphasizing the urgency of expediting construction, the Deputy Commissioner called for accelerated progress on all pending PMAY-U houses, ensuring that eligible beneficiaries are provided housing without delay. He reiterated the importance of timely completion, adherence to quality standards, transparency in execution, and beneficiary satisfaction as central to the success of the scheme.

The administration remains committed to achieving the vision of “Housing for All” in urban areas through coordinated efforts, robust monitoring, and proactive outreach. Awareness camps are also being conducted across the district to educate and assist beneficiaries in availing the scheme’s benefits.

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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