SRINAGAR: Speaker Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly (JKLA), Abdul Rahim Rather today chaired an introductory meeting at Legislative Assembly Complex here to review its functioning. The meeting was attended by Secretary, JKLA, Manoj Kumar Pandita; other senior officers and staff of Assembly Secretariat. During the meeting, the Speaker took detailed appraisal of various pressing issues of the Assembly Secretariat including the  infrastructural development and other aspects related to its smooth functioning.

While interacting with the staff, the Speaker maintained that collaborative and supportive work environment is very important for smooth functioning of this important institution. He added that the efficiency of our legislative secretariat relies heavily on the commitment and support of our staff. The Speaker also called upon the officers and staff to work with dedication and commitment, as this prestigious institution is very important for upholding the democratic values of our country.

During the interaction, the staff members also  raised several concerns before the Speaker and offered feedback on potential improvements to the Assembly’s functioning. The Speaker assured the staff that their concerns would be taken seriously and steps would be taken to address them.

During the meeting, Secretary Legislative Assembly informed the Speaker about the progress on several ongoing initiatives. He informed the Speaker about progress on implementation of National E-Vidhan Project (NeVa), progress on framing of Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business for JKLA as well as preparedness regarding forthcoming Budget session of JKLA.

The Secretary Assembly also appraised the Speaker that promotions at different levels are pending in Assembly Secretariat since long  and the same needs to be done on priority basis to boost  morale of the employees. The Speaker assured that all the issues pertaining to employees  will be addressed at an earliest.

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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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