PULWAMA: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Pulwama, Dr. Basharat Qayoom, today chaired a meeting of the District Level Committee to review the implementation status of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana–Urban 2.0 (PMAY-U 2.0) at the Administrative Complex, Pulwama.

During the meeting, DC took a detailed municipality-wise review of the applications submitted by eligible households under the scheme and sought updates from the concerned officers regarding their progress. Stress was also laid on maintaining utmost transparency and accountability ensuring timely disposal of the cases.

On the occasion, 92 field verified cases were approved. With regard to the pending applications, DC exhorted the concerned officers to extend proactive support and handholding to applicants to facilitate the timely completion of formalities and to ensure that no eligible beneficiary is left behind.

He further directed Executive Officers and Tehsildars to facilitate land title transfer of eligible applicants so that applications are processed in time. “Beneficiaries of such schemes usually belong to poor and weaker sections of society, Executive Officers and Tehsildars should assist them in completing all formalities and guide them properly to ensure timely access to the benefits.” directed the DC.

The meeting was attended by the Additional Deputy Commissioner, Pulwama; Chief Planning Officer, Pulwama; District Social Welfare Officer, Pulwama; Tehsildars, and Executive Officers of the Municipal Committees of Pampore, Tral, Awantipora, and Khrew; and Lead District Manager, Pulwama.

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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