BANDIPORA: Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA), Sonawari, Hilal Akbar Lone today laid the foundation stone for the new building of the SDM Office Sumbal, a major step towards strengthening the administrative infrastructure of the area.

The foundation-laying ceremony was attended by SDM Sumbal, Murtaza Ahmad Sheikh; Tehsildar Sumbal, Syed shabbar; Executive Engineer R&B Sumbal, Tanveer Ahmad Mattu along with other officials and local residents.

While addressing the gathering, the MLA appreciated the hard work and dedicated efforts of SDM Sumbal, Executive Engineer R&B Sumbal acknowledging his role in pursuing and securing approval for the new office building. He said that such commitment from the local administration greatly contributes to public welfare and effective governance.

Officials from the R&B Department briefed the dignitaries about the project design, timeline, and proposed facilities. The new building is expected to improve service delivery and provide a better working environment for both staff and the public.

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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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