SAMBA: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Samba, Rajesh Sharma chaired a high-level review meeting to assess the implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) across the district.

The review focused on accelerating key works, including tubewell drilling, installation of electro-mechanical equipment, Overhead Tank (OHT) construction, and the establishment of filtration plants. The DDC emphasized the mission’s goal of providing clean drinking water to every household and directed executing agencies to adhere strictly to project timelines.

He instructed officials to expedite pending tasks such as pipeline laying and infrastructure setup while maintaining efficiency and quality standards. Specific directions were issued for resolving land issues related to WSS Bassi and GREF at the earliest. Additionally, the DDC stressed the need for swift Har Ghar Jal (HGJ) certification of fully covered villages on the portal and directed that all completed JJM and UT Capex schemes be made fully functional without delay.

The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Champa Devi, XEN PHE Division, civil and mechanical AEEs, and the Project Manager of DPMU Samba, along with other stakeholders.

Reaffirming the administration’s commitment to achieving 100% water supply coverage under JJM, the DDC emphasized the need for coordinated efforts to ensure sustainable and reliable water access for all residents.

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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