BARAMULLA: Minister for Agriculture Production Department, Rural Development Department and Panchayati Raj, Javid Ahmad Dar, conducted an extensive tour of Rafiabad constituency on Sunday, visiting several villages including Judinambal, Braman, Khahmoh, Brandub and Arkharwari.

The tour aimed to assess progress on various development works and address key issues affecting the local residents of the area. During his visit, the Minister focused on several critical areas including water supply, electricity, road connectivity, food supply and water bodies development.

He issued on the spot directions to the concerned officers to ensure access to clean and adequate water for the residents. He assessed the status of electricity infrastructure besides identifying the areas requiring  improvement for smooth supply of electricity.

The Minister directed the officers to assess the condition of roads and related infrastructure besides monitoring the availability and distribution of essential commodities. He further instructed for timely and quality completion of all ongoing development projects.

The Minister had exclusive interaction with the local residents of these villages, seeking feedback on status of development works in their respective areas. He took stock of their grievances and demands, assuring speedy redress of the same.

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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