SRINAGAR: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo, today chaired a meeting of senior Revenue Officers at the Conference Hall of the DC Office Complex to review the progress of digitization and modernization of revenue records in the district.

The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Mir Imtiyaz Ul Aziz; SDM West, Irfan Bahadur; SDM East, Zubair Ahmad; Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Umar Gulzar; and all Tehsildars of Srinagar district.

At the outset, the DC conducted a detailed review of the progress achieved in the digitization of revenue records across the district, aimed at enhancing transparency and efficiency in land records management.

Emphasizing the importance of public awareness, the DC directed Revenue Officers to visit revenue villages to sensitize citizens about the contents of digitisation and read out the digitised records in public to note their legitimate grievances, if any and also inform them about the significance of digitization and modernization of land records. He stressed that landowners should be informed about the benefits of digitization, particularly ease of access to land-related information, improved accuracy, and greater accountability.

The DC also underscored the need for maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy in the digitization process, calling for efficient and professional execution. He emphasized robust quality checks and close coordination among field functionaries to expedite the process.

Highlighting that digitization of revenue records is pivotal for transparent governance and improved service delivery, the DC urged Revenue Officers to work with added zeal and dedication to ensure timely and quality services to the public.

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.

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