• Discusses development of model solar villages

UDHAMPUR:- Deputy Commissioner Udhampur Saloni Rai chaired a review meeting to assess the progress of the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana and discuss the development of model solar villages in the district. The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner, Rajinder Singh, Chief Planning Officer, Uttam Singh, Executive Engineer JPDCL and other officers concerned besides  empanelled vendors.

During the meeting, Executive Engineer JPDCL presented a detailed overview of the scheme implementation, including the total number of applications received under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, applications for which vendors have been allotted, cases pending Vendor allocation and the number of installations completed to date.

The DC took detailed feedback from the vendors regarding the challenges faced in executing pending applications. She emphasized the need for transparency, accountability and a proactive approach to ensure time-bound implementation of the scheme.

The DC stressed on the importance of active coordination between JPDCL and vendors to bridge the gap between applications received and those pending vendor allotment or installation. She directed all concerned officers and vendors to intensify awareness efforts to motivate the public to avail the benefits of this flagship scheme.

Assuring full cooperation from the District Administration, the Deputy Commissioner directed vendors to accelerate installation of pending solar connections at the earliest.

 Regarding the development of model solar villages, the DC instructed the concerned to identify suitable villages with potential for solar energy adoption, so that the initiative can be implemented in an impactful manner. 

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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