• Officials conduct field visits, host grievances redressal camps & health services  

POONCH: The second day of Good Governance Week, under the nationwide initiative “Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore” was observed today across district Poonch. Wide-ranging activities were held across sub-divisions and tehsils including NSSB, Surankote, Lassana, Bufliaz, Loran, Mendhar, Mandi, Mankote, Sathra, Balakote and Haveli.

The day was marked by extensive field visits, inspections and public outreach programmes aimed at strengthening grassroots governance. The Sub-Divisional Magistrates (SDMs), Block Development Officers (BDOs), Tehsildars along with officers from all line departments including Banks and Police, conducted public interactions in their respective jurisdictions where they actively listened to public grievances and concerns.

During the day-long programme, the public raised different issues related to developmental needs and civic amenities. Officers from line departments, BDOs, ABP Fellows and others patiently listened to public grievances, documented genuine issues and provided on-the-spot assistance wherever possible.

Several online services were delivered during the programme and people were made aware about the government schemes and their benefits. The Agriculture and Horticulture departments also disseminated information regarding departmental schemes, subsidies and beneficiary-oriented initiatives.

A special medical camp was organised at the Aspirational Block Mankote. The health camp provided multiple services including screening of blood pressure (hypertension), diabetes, tuberculosis, hemoglobin (anemia) testing, antenatal check-ups (ANC) and registration for Vay Vandana Cards and PM-JAY beneficiaries.

The activities undertaken on the second day of Good Governance Week reflect the district administration's proactive approach towards responsive governance, improved public service delivery and strengthening citizen engagement at the grassroots level in district Poonch.

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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