DODA: The implementation and ground impact of the flagship rural development schemes and projects was reviewed today here at a meeting held in the meeting hall of Zila Gramin Vikas Bhawan. Assistant Commissioner Development (ACD) Din Mohammad Affaqi chaired the  meeting attended by the Block Development Officers (BDOs), Junior Engineers (JEs), and Technical Assistants (TAs)  and others.

The key focus of the meeting was on assessing the progress achieved under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). Detailed discussions were held regarding the timely generation of Project Demand (PDs), the status of Panchayats with NIL PDs, release of pending compensation, Aadhaar seeding of Job Card holders, ABPS (Aadhaar Based Payment System), and geo-tagging of works completed under Phase-III. The ACD also reviewed the quality and accuracy of SECURE estimations for the financial year 2025-26. Instructions were issued for streamlining the processes related to AS/TAs, addressing cost anomalies, expediting pending work Action Taken Reports (ATRs), and enhancing Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) activities under MGNREGA.

The meeting further reviewed the implementation status of the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana – Gramin (PMAY-G). Officers were directed to prioritize the verification of survey and MIS data, fast-track completion of pending houses, resolve defaulting cases, and submit timely updates.  

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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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