BUDGAM: Mission Director (MD), Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), J&K Khurshid Ahmad Shah, today embarked on an extensive tour of Budgam district to inspect various Water Supply Schemes (WSS) in the district. MD was accompanied by Superintending Engineer, Hydraulic Circle Budgam, Shazia Majeed and divisional and sub- divisional officials of the district.

MD inspected WSS Gadsathoo, Sheikh-Ul-Alam, Shamas Faqir, Rayar and Arizal Zempora along with officials from PHE Division Budgam and the District Project Management (DPMU) Budgam team. The visit aimed to review the progress and implementation status of the scheme. Field issues were discussed, and necessary directions were given for smooth functioning and quality assurance of schemes being constructed under JJM.

MD sought particulars related to each WSS inspected in terms of the villages covered, Functional Household Connections (FHTCs) provided and sustainability of sources selected. It was assured that all works related to JJM will be completed in a time bound manner with assured quantity and quality related to water supply from these schemes once commissioned.

He also reviewed the functioning of Water Testing Labs and sought the details of reagents and number of tests conducted. It was informed that Water Testing through Field Testing kits (FTKs) is being undertaken in villages and schools under Dharti Aaba Abhiyan. It was further informed that awareness programs regarding safe drinking water are being conducted throughout the district.

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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