POONCH: A meeting to review damage assessment and relief sanctioning was held here today under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner Vikas Kundal. The meeting focused on evaluating the extent of damage caused by recent cross-border shelling and ensuring timely relief to affected families.

The meeting was attended by the ADDC, ADC, ACR, Sub-Divisional Magistrates (SDMs), Tehsildars and Executive Engineers of PDD and PHE from across the district. Discussions centered around field reports, verification of damage claims and the status of financial assistance disbursement.

During the meeting, it was informed that a total of 691 cases have been sanctioned under the Security Related Expenditure (SRE) guidelines. The compensation is being provided at the rates prescribed under the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) norms, ensuring fairness and uniformity in relief delivery.

The Deputy Commissioner directed the officers to expedite the disbursement process and maintain complete transparency. He emphasized the importance of timely support to the affected families and called for close coordination among departments to address any pending cases without delay.

The district administration reaffirmed its commitment to standing with the people in times of crisis and assured that all necessary steps are being taken to provide relief and rehabilitation in a just and efficient manner.

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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