• Inspects ongoing works, emphasises strict compliance with scheme guidelines

JAMMU: Director Rural Development Department (RDD) Shahnaz Akhter today conducted a comprehensive review of the functioning of Block Bishnah and assessed the progress of various development schemes being implemented in the area. During her visit, Shahnaz Akhter inspected several ongoing and completed works under key schemes including Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) and Capex (CD & Panchayat) schemes.

She underscored the importance of strict adherence to the guidelines of each scheme and directed the field staff to ensure timely completion of all works. Emphasising the need for transparency and accountability, she instructed officials to maintain proper records and ensure the installation of Citizen Information Boards (CIBs) at work sites to promote public awareness.

Akhter stressed the importance of achieving the intended objectives of the schemes, ensuring that benefits effectively reach the grassroots level. The Director was accompanied by Superintendent Engineer REW Jammu Rajesh Kumar Agastam, Joint Director Administration Avleen Kour Bali, Er. Danish Rasool Mir, Assistant Commissioner Development (ACD) Jammu Ravinder Singh Rana, Deputy Director (Planning), Block Development Officer Sonia Devi, along with other officers and field functionaries of the department.

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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