In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

SRINAGAR: To review the implementation status of the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, the   Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo Friday chaired a meeting of KPDCL Engineers, Banks and other line departments here at Meeting Hall of the DC Office Complex.

The meeting was attended by Chief Planning Officer, Fayaz Ahmad Dar, Executive Engineers of KPDCL, Zonal Head J&K Bank, Lead District Manager(Banks) and empanelled vendors of the scheme.

During the meeting, the DC who is also the Chairman Monitoring and Management Committee of the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana held detailed deliberations on the progress of rooftop solar installations being carried out under the flagship scheme aimed at promoting clean energy and reducing electricity expenses for households.

At the outset, the DC took a detailed division-wise and bank-wise assessment of performance, focusing on targets achieved, applications received and installations completed across all four electric divisions of Srinagar.

On the occasion, the DC emphasized the importance of public awareness and asked all four divisions of KPDCL to launch aggressive Information, Education and Communication (IEC) campaign on the benefits of PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. He directed the department to organize mega awareness camps with concerted efforts to mobilize registered applicants and make them aware of the long-term benefits of this beneficiary-oriented scheme.

While banks were impressed upon to ensure faster banking facilitation and improving the loan disbursement to enable timely installation of solar rooftops and expedite overall scheme implementation. The DC also directed KPDCL to widely publicize the dedicated phone numbers across all Electric divisions of the District, ensuring that consumers can easily access information, register queries and receive timely assistance regarding the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana.

During the meeting, the DC underscored the multiple benefits of rooftop solar installations. He said that rooftop solar installations not only reduce household electricity expenses but also promote environmental sustainability and contribute to overall public welfare. The meeting was informed that more than 4,600 solar rooftops have been installed in the district so far under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana.

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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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