SRINAGAR: Mission Director, Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), Khurshid Ahmad Shah, today convened a review meeting of Jal Shakti (PHE) divisions of Kashmir province in Civil Secretariat, Srinagar. The meeting was attended by Superintending Engineers of respective circles,  Executive Engineers of Civil and Mechanical divisions and officers of Mission Directorate.

The MD enquired about the pace of execution of projects in the Kashmir region.  He was informed that with the arrival of outside labourers, execution of works specific to outside work force have gathered momentum while as the routine works like pipe laying and general civil works are being executed at steady pace. He directed the divisional officers to monitor these works expeditiously so that the quality of work is maintained as per set standards.

The MD directed the officers to reconcile the expenditure on Integrated Management Information System (IMIS) and Public Financial Management System (PFMS) by 10th April 2025 as directed by the Ministry Of Jal Shakti, Government of India. He also enjoined upon the officers to clear the disparities in fund utilisation between the two portals within one week. The meeting also discussed uploading of data on PM Gati Shakti for which refresher training will be imparted at Chief Engineer, PHE Kashmir office tomorrow in batches.

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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