KISHTWAR: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Rajesh Kumar Shavan today chaired the Single Window Committee Meeting to discuss the request made by the CVPPL, represented by the General Manager (GM) of the Pakal Dul Hydroelectric (HE) Project. The request pertains to obtaining Single Window Clearance for a proposed quarry land located on the right bank of the Marusadar River, downstream of the Coffer Dam of the Pakal Dul HE Project, in order to secure a Quarry License.

During the meeting, the DC directed all concerned members of the Single Window Committee to thoroughly review the contents of the communication and conduct a joint inspection of the proposed site. The committee has been given a one-week deadline to submit their comments/the No Objection Certificates (NOC) or otherwise for further process by the DC. The meeting was attended by DFO Vishal Choudhary; CAO Amjad Hussain Malik; CHO Sajid Mustafa, ExEn PWD Ravinder Verma,  besides other concerned officers and staff.

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