BHADERWAH: District Development Council (DDC) Chairman Dhananter Singh Kotwal, in presence of Vice Chairperson Sangeeta Rani today inaugurated a newly constructed Community Hall here at village Dhamunda in Panchayat Manthla. Assistant Commissioner Development (ACD) Manoj Kumar, Block Development Officer (BDO) Yasir Hussain Wani, former Sarpanch and a large number of local people were also present.

Later, the Chairman also inaugurated a Dharamshala at Mandir Thuba, meeting a long-pending demand of the local community. Earlier, the DDC Chairman chaired a meeting with the functionaries of Rural Development Department, including ACD Manoj Kumar, BDO and other officials at the BDO office to discuss the ongoing and upcoming development projects in the region. The meeting focused on infrastructure improvements and welfare initiatives aimed at enhancing public facilities. The Chairman reiterated the council's commitment to holistic rural development and assured continuous efforts to address the needs of the people.

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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