DODA: Chairman District Development Council (DDC) Doda, Dhananter Singh today inaugurated tile work at Panchayat Sharote in Block Thathri marking another step towards strengthening rural infrastructure. The inauguration was attended by Vice Chairperson, Sangeeta Bhagat; DDC Thathri, Sandeep Manhas; Block Development Officer, Shabir Ahmad; former Sarpanch, Daljeet Singh and locals.

Addressing the gathering, the DDC Chairman noted that after the formation of the District Development Council, focused efforts have been made to ensure holistic development of Panchayats. He said that proper tendering and streamlined processes have ensured quality works at the grassroots level making development visible on the ground. He added that these initiatives have also created employment opportunities for unemployed youth, especially by engaging them as contractors.

Dhananter Singh further informed that during the last few months, several important works including school buildings, Panchayat Ghars and other public infrastructure projects have been inaugurated across the district. He appreciated the proactive role of DDC Thathri in ensuring drinking water supply to the villages and emphasized that the developmental momentum would continue in the coming times. He encouraged people to take advantage of government welfare schemes and stressed the importance of adopting water harvesting systems to address the issue of declining water resources.

Earlier, the DDC Chairman inaugurated fencing work at Government Middle School (GMS) Bhella. He praised the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for steering India towards becoming one of the world’s strongest and fastest-growing economies, while reaffirming commitment to inclusive and sustainable development at the grassroots level.

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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