JAMMU: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary today said that the Government is committed to overall and inclusive development of Jammu and Kashmir. The Deputy CM stated this while meeting a wide range of public delegations from various districts at Civil Secretariat here today. The Deputy Chief Minister said that the government has undertaken significant developmental initiatives in every district of J&K with a focused approach towards infrastructure growth, socio-economic upliftment, and improved public service delivery.

The delegations that called on Deputy Chief Minister included job aspirants, students, members of various business associations, and representatives of civil society groups. They apprised him of their concerns, demands, and several pressing issues concerning to them. Deputy Chief Minister listened to them patiently and assured them that all genuine issues would be taken up with the concerned departments for prompt and effective redressal. He emphasized that the administration is committed to resolving public grievances in a time-bound and transparent manner.

On-the-spot directions were issued to the concerned officers to ensure amicable and speedy resolution of several matters brought to his notice. He further reiterated prompt service delivery to general public and maximum coverage of beneficiaries under various welfare and developmental initiatives of the Government. Various individuals and delegations expressed gratitude to the Deputy Chief Minister for his proactive approach and immediate intervention in addressing their genuine issues.

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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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