REASI: Deputy Commissioner Reasi Nidhi Malik convened a meeting of the District Level Committee today to review the Change of Land Use (CLU) cases in the district. The meeting aimed to streamline the process of land use conversion while ensuring compliance with legal and environmental norms. During the meeting, 18 cases were presented for discussion. Following thorough deliberation on various policy aspects, the committee approved 3 cases, deferred 5 cases and rejected 10 cases.

Reviewing the status of NOCs issued to applicants, the Deputy Commissioner directed the concerned departments to ensure timely issuance of NOCs as per the rules. She emphasized that all 'change of land use' cases should be processed within the stipulated time frame without unnecessary delays or hurdles in genuine cases. The meeting was attended By ACR Nitin Verma, ACD Vijay Kumar, Executive Engineers of PWD, Jal Shakti and other concerned officers.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here
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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