SRINAGAR: The Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Vijay Kumar Bidhuri today convened a meeting to review progress of construction of drainage system under comprehensive sewage scheme for Greater Srinagar, JnNURM. Addressing the meeting, Div Com directed the PHE Department for shifting of underlying pipeline in the Hawal area so that NBCC shall start the work on the remaining segment of sewer drainage. He also directed for laying of a sewage network in a 90 feet area of Soura.

Besides, Div Com directed PDD to provide the electricity connection to STPs to make these plants functional. Div Com also instructed NBCC to construct storm water & sewerage drains separately in Ellahi Bagh to avoid any issue during intense rainfall.  The meeting also discussed rehabilitation of 16 Shopkeepers from soura area. During the discussion it was informed that a DPR of Rs 1.5 cr has been prepared and shall be approved by  UEED.

In view of the Swachhata Pakhwada campaign, Div Com directed officers to conduct cleanliness drives for clean surroundings & healthy environment. Meanwhile, he asked R&B to conduct Swachhata drives at Badyari Bridge, Dalgate Bridge and other important places. The meeting was attended by the Senior Officers of R&B, PHE, NBCC, PDD, UEED besides other stakeholders including local representatives.

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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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