• Reinforcing commitment to Swachh Bharat Mission
  • Former Health Minister emphasizes sustainable rural sanitation and public participation at inaugural event; Three high-traffic sites to benefit under national cleanliness drive

RAMGARH: Dr. Devinder Kumar Manyal, Hon’ble MLA Ramgarh and Former Minister for Health and Medical Education, Jammu & Kashmir, today formally kick-started the construction work of Community Sanitary Complexes (CSCs) at three strategic locations in Rajpura Block Near Ram Mandir, Rajpura, Near Gurudwara, Rajpura, Near Power House, Rajpura.

The initiative, undertaken under the Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen), aims to provide clean and accessible sanitation facilities for the general public, especially in high-traffic areas of the community. These complexes are envisioned to improve hygiene standards and promote behavioral change towards sanitation practices in rural areas.  Inaugural programme was attended by Ms. Shivali Choudhary JKAS BDO Rajpura, Sh. Radha Sham, Former BDC Chairman, Rajpura, Smt. Asha Rani, President, Rajpura.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Manyal emphasized the significance of sustainable sanitation infrastructure in rural development and urged the community to actively participate in maintaining these public utilities. He reiterated his commitment to strengthening grassroots development through focused interventions in health, hygiene, and civic infrastructure. The initiative reflects a broader vision of inclusive and clean rural governance, aligning with national priorities under the Swachh Bharat Mission.

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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