REASI: District Development Commissioner Reasi Kumar Abhishek conducted an extensive inspection of various water supply schemes across the district today to assess the performance and ensure adequate availability of drinking water to residents.

During the visit, the DDC inspected water supply systems at Nambal, Aghar Ballain and Kalka Station. He also reviewed the main water source at Ghiala. The inspection focused on evaluating the operational status of water sources, storage infrastructure and distribution networks.

Emphasizing the need for equitable water access, he directed officials of the Jal Shakti Department to undertake a comprehensive household survey to identify areas and families facing shortage of water supply. He instructed that necessary corrective measures be implemented on priority.

At Kalka Station, the DDC examined the newly constructed water filtration plant and reviewed ongoing repair works under the AMRUT 2.0 scheme. He urged the concerned authorities to accelerate the pace of work and ensure completion well before the onset of the monsoon season.

Chief Planning Officer Narinder Kumar, along with the Assistant Executive Engineer and Assistant Engineer of the Jal Shakti Department, accompanied the DDC during the inspection.

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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