RAJOURI: District Development Commissioner Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma today chaired a meeting to review the progress of the ongoing development works and status of the proposed projects with regard to tendering and allotment.

The DDC laid emphasis on timely allotment of works, adherence to quality standards, transparency in execution and judicious utilisation of funds. He directed the concerned officers to strictly follow laid-down norms and ensure that public infrastructure projects are completed within the stipulated timelines.

The DC reviewed the site plan for the proposed street vending zone at Salani and directed Stakeholder departments to submit DPR for beautification of Salani, Panja Chowk and Gujjar Mandi Chowk to improve urban aesthetics and public convenience.

The progress of school infrastructure projects under the Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan was also reviewed in detail.  

The DDC directed the executing agencies to maintain close coordination, conduct regular field inspections and submit periodic progress reports to avoid delays and cost overruns.

The meeting was attended by CPO Maqsood Ahmed; Deputy Director Employment, Mohammad Nawaz; Executive Engineer Aftab Anwar; Executive Engineer Budhal; Executive Engineer Thanamandi; Executive Engineer Kalakote and Executive Engineer Nowshera and other concerned officers.

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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