REASI: A meeting was convened today under the leadership of Deputy Commissioner Reasi, Nidhi Malik to finalize compensation rates for land acquired under the Collector’s Land Acquisition program in the district. During the meeting, ACR Nitin Verma, presented two land acquisition cases for consideration.

After detailed discussions and a thorough examination of all relevant aspects, the compensation rates for the concerned land acquisitions were finalized, ensuring transparency and fairness in the process. In addition to land compensation, the Deputy Commissioner also addressed different developmental issues.

While discussing infrastructure concerns, she resolved the long-pending issue related to the Kanthi PWD road and instructed the SDM Katra to identify forest land where development activity has occurred.

Regarding the impacts of expressway construction, the DC issued firm instructions to the concerned authorities, directing them to ensure that the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) takes immediate and appropriate action concerning residential structures that have developed cracks due to excavation and land-cutting activities. She emphasized that the safety and well-being of affected residents is paramount and that NHAI would be held accountable for any resulting damages. She also instructed SDMs to obtain reports from XENs on whether adequate road safety measures were implemented during construction.

Additionally, the DC directed that land for the Agriculture Mandi in Reasi be prioritized so that farmers can benefit from improved agricultural infrastructure. She also instructed the authorities to take strict action against those found burning waste, emphasizing that challans must be issued to violators. The meeting was attended by ADC Rakesh Kumar, SDM Katra, SDM Dharmari, SDM Mahore, 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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