SRINAGAR: The Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Vijay Kumar Bidhuri conducted a late night City tour on Friday to visit various Srinagar Smart City Limited project sites to inspect the progress of ongoing developmental, upgradation & beautification works. He was accompanied by CEO, SSCL, Dr Owais Ahmad; Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Dr Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat; Chief Engineers of  R&B, SSCL, KPDCL, ASP Traffic and other officers. 

The Divisional Commissioner conducted extensive visit to Balidhan Stambh, Jahangir Chowk,  Kaksarai & Naqishband Sahib & inspected physical progress of developmental & upgradation works.  On the occasion, Div Com issued a slew of directions to the officers regarding the qualitative execution of works and adherence to respective timelines of the projects. 

He stressed on intensifying the pace of upgradation works at Jahangir Chowk, Kaksarai and Naqishband Sahib for the smooth movement of traffic and beautification of landscape.

Later, Div Com visited Sanatnagar & Nowgam Flyover to take the stock of ongoing construction works. On the occasion, he directed CE R&B to expedite the pending works so the Flyovers shall be fully dedicated to the general public as soon as possible.

Meanwhile, Div Com opened Nowgam Flyover for traffic on trail basis. He said the operation of Nowgam flyover shall bring huge respite to the general public and ensure smooth movement of traffic.

Meanwhile, Div Com instructed KPDCL for illumination of important buildings & infrastructure on the eve of celebration of Independence Day to create an ambience of festivity and vibrant & colorful visuals across the city.

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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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