SAMBA: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Samba, Rajesh Sharma, conducted a detailed review of ongoing Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) projects today. The meeting focused on key components such as tubewell drilling, installation of electro-mechanical equipment, construction of Overhead Tanks (OHTs), and filtration plants to ensure clean and reliable water access for all.

The DDC stressed the importance of timely completion of these tasks and directed concerned officials to accelerate efforts. He instructed departments to address pending issues urgently and ensure Har Ghar Jal certification for villages marked 100% covered on the portal. Specific timelines were set for completing the allotment of tubewells for WSS Pacholi and Rajpura Khollav, finalizing pump rooms for operational tubewells within two weeks, and installing machinery for left-out schemes promptly. The meeting, attended by XEN PHE Samba, project managers, and other officials, reinforced the administration’s commitment to achieving universal water access in a time-bound manner.

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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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