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POONCH: Deputy Commissioner Poonch Ashok Kumar Sharma chaired a meeting in his office chamber today to deliberate upon and finalize the stamp duty rates in the district.

As the discussion ensued, the Revenue Officers provided a comprehensive analysis of the existing stamp duty rates and apprised the Deputy Commissioner about the percentage of hike proposed in different areas under their respective jurisdictions.

They also presented detailed justifications for the proposed increase in stamp duty rates. A threadbare discussion was held on the valuation rates received from the rural and urban areas of the District.

The discussion ensured a fair and equitable determination of stamp duty rates that reflect the prevailing market dynamics and property values in different regions of the district.

The Deputy Commissioner emphasized the importance of striking a balance between the need for revenue generation and the overall well-being of the residents.

He stressed that the revised stamp duty rates should be reasonable and reflective of the market conditions, while also considering the socio-economic factors impacting the local population.

The Deputy Commissioner further highlighted the significance of stamp duty as a crucial source of revenue for the government, enabling it to undertake various developmental initiatives for the welfare of the inhabitants of the district.

Elaborate deliberations were held during the meeting, along with the insights shared by the attending officers, which will pave the way for a fair, transparent and judicious determination of stamp duty rates that will benefit all stakeholders involved.

The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner Tahir Mustafa Malik; GM DIC Naheem Un Nissa Bhatti; SE PWD Kewal Kumar; Assistant Commissioner Revenue Mohammad Sayeed; SDM Mendhar Imran Kataria, DPO Khalil Ahmed Banday besides other concerned officers.

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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.

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