UDHAMPUR: Member Legislative Assembly Udhampur West Pawan Kumar Gupta and Deputy Commissioner Saloni Rai jointly chaired a meeting today to discuss a plan for road connectivity to the Sawalakote Power Project from the Pancheri side.  Additional Deputy Commissioner Prem Singh among other Officers from the Civil Administration and NHPC attended the meeting held in the Mini Conference Hall, DC Office Complex.

 The meeting focused on the demands, including the construction of an access road from the Pancheri side to enhance connectivity to the project site. Discussions also covered the scope of work, timelines and proposals for utilizing NHPC’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds to maximize community benefits.

The MLA stressed the importance of prioritizing the local population in the developmental benefits arising from the project. He advocated for ensuring that infrastructure development aligns with the needs of the community and provides employment opportunities for local youth. The District Administration assured full support in streamlining project execution, including addressing any clearance-related challenges.

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