BANDIPORA: District administration Bandipora on Tuesday conducted a training programme for Master trainers, Enumerators and Supervisors who have been assigned the task of carrying out the survey for houseless urban households under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) 2.0, at Mini Secretariat, Bandipora.

During the programme, Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Bandipora, Zaffar Husson Shawl urged the participants to carry out this survey with sincerity and dedication, and stressed that only the deserving and eligible beneficiaries are selected under the scheme. “Reject ineligible applications, and follow all rules and guidelines carefully,” he added.

ADC commended the officials for their commitment and acknowledged the critical role that Supervisors and Enumerators play in ensuring transparency and accountability in the implementation process, besides instructing the field teams to maintain strict checks and balances, adhere to the timeline and work collaboratively to ensure the scheme’s benefits reach those in need.

On the occasion, Shawl encouraged the participants to carry out their duties with sincerity, dedication, and a strong sense of public service, contributing meaningfully to the socio-economic upliftment of the urban poor through the successful implementation of the scheme. Among others, the event was attended by Chief Executive Officer, Municipal Council Bandipora, Ajaz Ahmad; Executive Officer Municipal Committee Sumbal and Hajin besides others concerned.

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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