RAJOURI: Deputy Commissioner Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma today visited Manjakote and adjoining areas to take stock of ongoing digitization and management of revenue records. At a public gathering, Jamabandi records were read out in the presence of land owners and local residents, enabling them to verify their land details on the spot.

The Deputy Commissioner listened to the grievances & objections from the locals regarding their land records. He assured them that all genuine issues would be examined and addressed in a time-bound manner. Later, the DC visited the site of a long-pending land dispute and interacted with the stakeholders to get a first-hand understanding of the issue.  

Interacting with the public and revenue officials, the DC emphasized that digitization of Jamabandi is a major step towards ensuring transparency, accuracy and ease of access for the citizens. He directed the concerned officers to serve the people with utmost sincerity, accountability and transparency.

The revenue staff was directed to resolve discrepancies promptly and   ensure that no eligible person is deprived of their rightful land ownership due to clerical or procedural lapses. ACR, Mohammad Jahangir Khan; Tehsildar Jazia Kazmi and other officials accompanied the Deputy Commissioner during the visit.

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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