RAMBAN: Taking a major step towards strengthening rural connectivity, the Member Legislative Assembly (MLA) Ramban, Advocate Arjun Singh Raju today laid the foundation stone for the construction of the Kilaseri to Dayargali road via Dugga. The 5-km road project is being executed by the Public Works Department (PWD) R&B Ramban under the NAMARD RIDF-XXVII scheme. The project, sanctioned for the year 2022-23, carries an estimated cost of â‚č499.50 lakh, with an allotment of â‚č311.92 lakh.

The project is expected to benefit a population of over 2,000, providing a vital boost to connectivity, easing transportation challenges and contributing to the socio-economic upliftment of the region.

Speaking on the occasion, the MLA reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring accelerated development and robust infrastructure in Ramban, especially in remote and underserved areas. He said that the road project was a long-pending demand of the locals, which will soon translate into improved accessibility and economic growth for the area.

DDC Councilor, Executive Engineer PWD Ramban along with engineers, officers from various departments and prominent citizens attended the foundation stone-laying ceremony. Locals expressed gratitude to the MLA and the administration for addressing a key infrastructure need of the area.

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.

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