JAMMU: District Administration Jammu, acting under directions of Deputy Commissioner Dr Rakesh Minhas, on Wednesday conducted a major demolition operation at Sidhra, Jammu, targeting illegal constructions raised on State land bearing Khasra No. 95.

A team led by Tehsildar, Paramdeep Singh accompanied by Naib Tehsildar Sidhra/Bajalta, Jagdish Singh, besides Revenue officials and Police personnel, conducted the operation, removing unauthorized shops and structures built on encroached State land. All illegal constructions were demolished on the spot.

Through the action, the department has successfully retrieved approximately 3.5 Kanal of prime land. The retrieved land was immediately taken into official possession and earmarked for the establishment of Niabat and Patwari office and Police Chowki, Sidhra.

The Public has been informed that Niabat Office, Sidhra shall commence functioning from tomorrow itself at this location to further facilitate public service delivery. The District Administration has reiterated its resolve to continue strict action against violators and encroachers, appealing to the public to refrain from illegal occupation of government land.

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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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