SHOPIAN: A rent assessment committee meeting was held today at Mini Secretariat Shopian in order to discuss the rent assessment cases of various departments for their occupation for establishment of different government utilities and offices.

The meeting was chaired by the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Mohammad Shahid Saleem Dar. 09 cases were discussed and approved, and rent was assessed as per prevailing schedule of rates.

These assets or accommodations are required for establishment of the Sale and Storage Centre at Chotipora, Sheep Extension Centres at Chitragam & Saidpora, Crewel  & Zari Advance Training centre at Checki Keller and Peerpora respectively, HDO Office at Zainapora, Health & Wellness Centre at Tachloo, Police Accomodation at Sarab, and DR/ AR Office at Shopian.

The meeting was attended by JDI (CPO) Shopian, M Rafiq and heads of concerned departments including Health, R&B, Horticulture, Sheep Husbandry, FCS&CA, Police, Handicrafts and Information.

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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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