SHOPIAN: With an aim to strengthen Government’s public outreach, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Mohammad Shahid Saleem Dar today presided over a Block Diwas programme at Block Hermain to assess the issues of the public. On the occasion, several public issues including road connectivity to uncovered areas, better drinking water supply to the people, scheduled power supply, cleanliness of irrigation Khuls especially Tongri Nallah, augmentation of health infrastructure, augmentation of sports infrastructure, etc were projected by the people for redressal.

DDC member, M Maqbool also flagged off viral issues of public importance. The DC gave patient hearing to the demands raised by the people and assured the public that the issues shall be prioritised within norms. He apprised the people about the recent government programs launched by the government for public welfare including Mission Yuva, PMAY, PM Surya Ghar, etc.

He focused on cleanliness, water conservation, drug addiction among other social evils and sought public action and cooperation in addressing these issues. While interacting with the public, the DC said that the Block Diwas is being organised with the sole objective to provide public-friendly and responsive administration to the people. ADC Shopian, ACR, SDM, District/ Sectoral & other officers besides people in large numbers participated in the Block Diwas programme.

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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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