REASI: Deputy Commissioner Reasi, Nidhi Malik, chaired a high-level meeting to review the status of National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and Border Roads Organisation (BRO) projects within the district. The meeting focused on the progress of major infrastructural initiatives, including the Delhi-Amritsar-Katra Expressway and the Budhal- Mahore-Gul Road, critical for regional connectivity and development.

Deputy Commissioner emphasised the need for timely disbursement of land acquisition compensation and directed concerned departments to ensure its completion within a stipulated timeframe. Officers were instructed to actively address land-related issues to facilitate the smooth execution of these pivotal projects. Stressing the importance of timely project delivery, she urged executing agencies to expedite their efforts.

DC directed officials to verify and finalise the site for the temporary relocation of the check post at Moori to streamline project-related activities. The district administration remains committed to resolving challenges and supporting infrastructure development to boost connectivity and economic growth in the region. ACR Reasi Anshumali Sharma, SDM Katra Piyush Dhotra, SDM Mahore Mazzahir Hussain, DFO Mahore and other officials were present.

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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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