REASI: Deputy Commissioner Reasi Nidhi Malik today chaired a comprehensive review meeting at the DC Office Complex to assess the functioning of the Revenue Department and streamline revenue-related service delivery in the district.

Detailed discussions were held on key issues, including the Digitisation of Jamabandis, adherence to Public Services Guarantee Act (PSGA) in delivery of services, Revenue Court Cases Monitoring System (RCCMS), RDA and Section 27 cases etc. The Deputy Commissioner underscored the importance of enhancing efficiency, transparency and accountability in all revenue services.

While reviewing the implementation of the Public Services Guarantee Act (PSGA) in delivery of services, the Deputy Commissioner directed the Tehsildars to ensure time-bound disposal of applications through the JK Revenue Portal and Service Plus Portal. She stressed that every service must be delivered within the prescribed timelines to enhance public satisfaction and avoid penalties for delays.

Reviewing the Revenue Court Cases Monitoring System (RCCMS), the DC instructed officers to expedite the disposal of pending cases and ensure regular and accurate up-dation of diaries on the portal.

The meeting also reviewed the progress of RDA and Section 27 cases, with the DC issuing clear directions to the concerned officers to fast-track the resolution of the same. She emphasized close monitoring of all pending cases under different categories to strengthen governance at the grassroots level.

Discussions were also held on the digitization of Jamabandis, geo-referencing of cadastral maps and other crucial components for modernizing land records and ensuring transparency in revenue administration. DC Nidhi Malik further called for expediting redressal of public grievances received through JK SAMADHAN and encouraged officers to raise public awareness about the platform for effective grievances management.

She directed the officers to conduct regular inspections of records and submit weekly progress reports to strengthen administrative monitoring. Reiterating the administration’s commitment to responsive and transparent governance, DC Nidhi Malik emphasized that the Revenue Department must function with transparency, efficiency and accountability to uphold public trust and ensure good governance at the grassroots level.

The meeting was attended by ADC Rakesh Kumar; ACR Nitin Verma, Tehsildar Reasi and Tehsildar Bhomag in person, while SDM Katra, SDM Dharmari, SDM Mahore and other Tehsildars participated virtually.

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.

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