DODA: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Doda Harvinder Singh today chaired a meeting of the District Level Committee on Change of Land Use (CLU) here in Mini Meeting Hall, DC Office Complex.

During the meeting, 07 (seven) CLU cases were examined in detail, out of which 06 (six) cases were approved after comprehensive scrutiny. The applications were assessed on merit, compliance with regulations and their potential impact on developmental planning in the district.

The DC directed the concerned departments to ensure timely issuance of NOCs, subject to complete document verification. He stressed the importance of strict adherence to government norms and land use guidelines to ensure transparency, accountability and scientific land management in the district.

The Deputy Commissioner Doda also emphasized timely processing of pending cases to facilitate applicants while safeguarding public and environmental interests. The meeting was attended by DFO Doda, ADC Bhaderwah, ACR Doda, SE R&B, GM DIC, CAO, executives from Jal Shakti, Tehsildars and other concerned officers/officials.

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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