SRINAGAR: Several public representatives and delegations today called on Chief Minister Omar Abdullah at his Public Services and Outreach Office (Raabita) here and discussed a range of constituency-specific and sectoral issues.

Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha) from Ladakh, Haji Mohammad Hanifa, called on the Chief Minister along with delegations representing employees of the Power Development Department serving in Ladakh and members of the Private School Association of Kargil. The delegations raised issues concerning their respective sectors. The Chief Minister assured them that their concerns would be taken up with the relevant authorities for appropriate action.

MLA Bandipora, Nizam Ud Din Bhat, also met the Chief Minister and apprised him of various developmental and public welfare issues concerning his constituency. The Chief Minister gave a patient hearing to the issues raised and assured appropriate consideration.

MLA Hazratbal, Salman Sagar, called on the Chief Minister along with a delegation of civil society members from Hazratbal. The delegation expressed gratitude for resolving the long-pending issue of the construction of the Sub-District Hospital at Habak, Hazratbal. They also discussed other developmental concerns and sought continued support for ongoing initiatives in the area. The Chief Minister appreciated their feedback and reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to strengthening public services and infrastructure.

Also, MLA Hazratbal, Salman Sagar, also led a delegation of the Jal Jeevan Mission Contractors’ Association, who met the Chief Minister and sought resolution of its pending issues. The Chief Minister assured the delegation that their concerns would be examined and addressed in accordance with established procedures.

MLA Beerwah, Dr. Shafi Ahmad Wani, met the Chief Minister and discussed various developmental requirements and public issues pertaining to his constituency. The Chief Minister reiterated the Government’s commitment to ensuring equitable development across all regions of Jammu and Kashmir.

Chairperson of the J&K Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (BOPEE), Prof. Minu Mahajan, also called on the Chief Minister and briefed him on various matters relating to the functioning of the Board and the conduct of professional entrance examinations in Jammu and Kashmir.

Reiterating his Government’s commitment to responsive and people-centric governance, the Chief Minister assured all the delegations and public representatives that the genuine issues raised during the meetings would receive due attention and appropriate follow-up.

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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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