KISHTWAR: District Development Council (DDC) Chairperson Kishtwar Pooja Thakur today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to evaluate the progress of developmental activities being undertaken by the Rural Development Department (RDD) across the district. The meeting was attended by DDC Members, ADC Pawan Kotwal, ACD Kaiser Bhawani, all Block Development Officers (BDOs) and other concerned officials.

The meeting reviewed the implementation status of the ongoing works and flagship schemes, while also identifying strategies to ensure the timely execution of projects. The Chairperson raised concern over the non-disbursement of funds under the SOS Plan of the District Development Council in March due to insufficient allocations. The DDC Councillors from Marwah and Warwan gave feedback regarding implementation of works under MGNREGA and other schemes during the financial years 2023–24 and 2024–25 and suggested further improvisation.

The Chairperson instructed the concerned officials to initiate immediate verification and take corrective action where necessary. Addressing concerns regarding the PMAY scheme, the Chairperson emphasized that only eligible and deserving beneficiaries should be selected, and the process must be free from favoritism.

She stressed the importance of transparency, accountability, and community participation in the execution of rural development programs. She urged the officials to focus on people-centric projects, resolve ground-level issues promptly, and ensure that the benefits of government schemes reach every deserving citizen.

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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