KUPWARA: Vice Chairperson (VC) District Development Council (DDC) Kupwara, Haji Farooq Ahmad Mir, today conducted an extensive inspection of multiple Water Supply Schemes (WSS) in Wavoora territorial constituency. The visit was aimed at reviewing the progress on ground and addressing the causes behind delays in the completion of the crucial JJM projects.

The Vice Chairperson was accompanied by Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Kupwara, Mufti Fareed ud Din; BDO Wavoora, Executive Engineer Jal Shakti, AEE Jal Shakti, AEE Mechanical and other concerned officials. During the field visit, the inspection team assessed the status of WSS Khan Batoo Maidanpora, WSS Bun Maidanpora, and WSS Krusan.

 Officials briefed the Vice Chairperson that a substantial portion of civil works on these schemes has already been completed. However, certain mechanical components remain pending primarily due to shortage of funds.

Expressing satisfaction over the progress achieved so far, Haji Farooq Ahmad Mir stressed the importance of ensuring that no scheme is left incomplete due to administrative or financial impediments. He reaffirmed his commitment to facilitating a smooth and timely completion of all JJM projects in the district.

He further assured the officers that he would personally take up the matter of pending funds and related issues with higher authorities to ensure their prompt resolution.  The VC urged the executing agencies to maintain momentum and work in mission mode to achieve the targets within the stipulated timeframe.

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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