JAMMU: Deputy Commissioner Sachin Kumar Vaishya today chaired a meeting to review the implementation of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban in the district. The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner Sher Singh, Joint Commissioner Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC), Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Sub-Divisional Magistrates (SDMs), Executive Officers of Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) and officials from the Housing Department and Jammu Development Authority (JDA).

During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner emphasised the need for expediting construction under PMAY-U. He directed SDMs to personally monitor progress in their respective ULBs and ensure that all housing projects advance through critical construction stages plinth, lintel and roof-without delay. Addressing concerns over uninitiated works, he instructed officials to resolve underlying issues promptly.

The DC set a firm deadline for ongoing projects, directing that houses at the roof or lintel stage must be completed within one month. He also stressed the importance of conducting ground verification of all under-construction houses. The meeting also deliberated on the rollout of PMAY 2.0 in Jammu district. The Deputy Commissioner urged officials to organise special awareness camps to educate beneficiaries about the scheme and assist them during the application process.

Executive Officers reported that several awareness sessions have already been held at various levels to encourage participation. The DC reiterated the importance of these initiatives in ensuring that eligible beneficiaries are well-informed and supported throughout the process.

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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