POONCH: Deputy Commissioner Poonch, Vikas Kundal, today chaired a meeting to review the progress of ongoing government projects facilitated through Common Service Centres (CSCs). The meeting aimed to ensure that the general public can effectively access portal-based services in the district.

District Manager of CSC, Imtiaz Ahmed, provided an overview of the CSC operations and the services offered. It was reported that there are 330 Village Level Entrepreneurs (VLEs) in the district, with at least one CSC available in 216 Gram Panchayats. Additionally, 22 CSC touchpoints have been established in government offices across the district.

During the discussions, CSC operators raised concerns regarding network issues, which were acknowledged by the Deputy Commissioner. He assured that these matters would be addressed promptly.

The DC emphasized the need for service provider agencies to enhance efforts in opening more CSCs in remote areas. He highlighted the importance of resuming all CSC operations to facilitate public registration for welfare schemes like PM-KISSAN, AYUSHMAN BHARAT, PMSYM, PMJDY, and Digipay, as well as for obtaining domicile certificates. He reiterated that CSCs are crucial access points for essential public services.

Furthermore, the Deputy Commissioner instructed the Centre Operators to work in an organized manner and establish a regulatory body to improve operational effectiveness. He cautioned against overcharging and delays in service delivery to prevent any repercussions.

The meeting was attended by key officials including GM DIC Poonch, ACR, ACD, ACP, DSWO, CMO, LDM Poonch, and the District Manager CSC Poonch, along with the Village Level Entrepreneurs.

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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