SRINAGAR: Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Bidhuri, convened a meeting today to evaluate the progress of the Perihaspora Water Supply Scheme, aimed at providing safe drinking water to the local population. During the meeting, Div Com expressed dissatisfaction with the PHE and KPDCL officials for failing to meet the established deadlines for the scheme's operational readiness.

He urged the relevant KPDCL officers to accelerate efforts to supply electricity to the lift pump and filtration plant of the Perihaspora Water Supply Scheme without further delay. In addition to officials from PHE Baramulla, STP Ganderbal, KPDCL Baramulla, and the District Administrations of Baramulla and Ganderbal, local public representatives also attended the meeting. The public representatives expressed their appreciation to the Divisional Commissioner for his swift action and concern to addressing their longstanding issue.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here
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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