• Facility aims to enhance Public Sanitation, improve Civic Amenities

SRINAGAR: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo, on Thursday inaugurated a newly constructed Public Toilet complex at the DC Office premises. The facility has been developed by the District Administration Srinagar to enhance public sanitation and improve civic amenities within the Amar Niwas complex with a focus on cleanliness, hygiene and public welfare.

Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner said the public convenience facility has been constructed by R&B department under District Capex budget. He said the facility includes separate washrooms for males and females and will cater to both office employees and visiting citizens ensuring inclusivity and accessibility.

The Deputy Commissioner reiterated that the District Administration Srinagar remains committed to upgrading infrastructure and amenities to enhance comfort, accessibility and service delivery for both staff and the public visiting the DC Office complex, in line with growing requirements.

On the occasion, visitors, stamp vendors and employees working in the offices housed in Amar Niwas Complex expressed their gratitude for developing the facility and making it functional in a short span of time.

Additional District Development Commissioner, Rifat Aftab Qureshi; Additional Deputy Commissioner, Mir Imtiyaz-ul-Aziz; Additional Deputy Commissioner, Aadil Fareed; Chief Planning Officer, Fayaz Ahmad Dar; SDM East, Zubair Ahmad; Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Umar Gulzar; Executive Engineer R&B, Tehsildar South, citizens, stamp vendors and staff were present on the occasion.

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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