BANDIPORA: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Manzoor Ahmad Qadri, chaired a meeting on Friday at the Mini Secretariat Bandipora to discuss various issues related to the Semi Ring Road Phase II project. The meeting focused on critical concerns, including soil extraction at Chewa, land compensation, and procedural clearances for tree cutting.

During the meeting, the DC emphasized that the matter of land compensation has been taken up with higher authorities, and directed the concerned to maintain coordination with local stakeholders to prevent unnecessary delays. He also instructed officers to initiate the acquisition process for kahcharai land and provide technical support to the executing agency as required.

The meeting also discussed the necessity of obtaining proper permissions for cutting walnut and chinar trees, adhering to established procedures with geo-tagged photographs and accurate coordinates. The DC assured that a joint survey and verification process would be conducted after completing all formalities.

The meeting also reviewed the process of soil extraction at the industrial estate Chewa, with specific dumping spots already identified. Qadri highlighted the administration's commitment to monitoring the progress of the Ring Road project and directed all officers to expedite their respective tasks to ensure timely completion. He reiterated the administration’s full support in resolving challenges related to the project.

The meeting was attended by ADC Zaffar Husson Shawl, ACR, SDM Sumbal, District Mineral Officer, GM SIDCO, ExEn I&FC Sumbal, Representatives of  NHAI, PIU Srinagar, Tehsildar Sumbal, and other concerned officers.

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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Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here