• DC reviews preparations

REASI: Deputy Commissioner Nidhi Malik today chaired a meeting to finalize arrangements for two major upcoming events—the Sampoornata Abhiyan Samman Samaroh and the launch of the 7-day Aakansha Haat at the Spiritual Growth Center, Katra scheduled for 2nd August at 10:00 AM.

The Deputy Commissioner reviewed preparations for Aakansha Haat, a week-long event aimed at promoting local crafts, SHG products and farmers’ produce. The event will feature exhibitions and sales, while also serving as a platform for public awareness and on-the-spot delivery of government welfare schemes.

DC Nidhi Malik directed all departments to set up stalls offering services, products, and direct engagement with the public. Banks will also extend on-spot support for loan-related services. She further added that outstanding stalls, artisans with unique products and highest sales will receive special recognition and felicitation.

In the same meeting, the DC Reasi also reviewed preparations for the Sampoornata Abhiyan Samman Samaroh, which will honor the achievements under the Sampoornata Abhiyan held from July to September 2024. The campaign focused on achieving saturation of six critical indicators in Aspirational Districts and Blocks. Thakrakote Block has shown exceptional progress, with other areas nearing completion of key targets. The Samaroh will recognize the contributions of officials, frontline workers and stakeholders who played a key role in this milestone.

Emphasising the importance of coordination and proactive participation, the Deputy Commissioner directed all departments to ensure smooth execution and meaningful community engagement during both events. The meeting was attended by ADDC Sukhdev Singh Samyal, CPO Narinder Kumar, PO ICDS, LDM, CMO and other concerned officers from line departments.

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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