• Workshop organised to update field staff on technical aspects

RAJOURI: In light of the prevailing security situation, the Rural Development Department (RDD), on the directions of the Deputy Commissioner Abhishek Sharma, has initiated the construction of community trenches/ bunkers in the border areas of Rajouri district. To ensure effective and technically sound implementation of this crucial initiative, a workshop was organized today here in the conference hall of the PWD Dakbanglow. The session was aimed at sensitizing and training the field staff of the RDD on the technical aspects of trench construction.

The workshop was chaired by the Superintending Engineer (SE), PWD Tilak Raj; Assistant Commissioner Development (ACD) Auqil Nuvaid and EXEN REW Zahir Khan. The officers provided valuable guidance to the participants, emphasizing the importance of quality and timely execution of the work, considering the urgency of the situation. During the session, the technicalities involved in the construction of community trenches/bunkers including design parameters, safety measures, were elaborately discussed.

The officials also interacted with the staff and addressed their queries to ensure clarity and effective on-ground implementation. This initiative is a proactive step towards ensuring the safety and security of residents in border areas. Among the others present on the occasion were Block Development Officers and staff of the RDD.

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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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