SAMBA: A newly established Community Service Excellence Centre was inaugurated today here at the District Headquarters by Deputy Commissioner Ayushi Sudan with the aim of strengthening digital governance and ensuring seamless delivery of citizen-centric services.

The centre will function as a facilitation hub enabling citizens to access a wide range of digital and government services under one roof. Through the centre, residents can avail services such as Ayushman Bharat registration, PAN card services, Aadhaar-related services, banking and financial services, insurance services, pension schemes, PM e-Shram registration, utility bill payments and online applications for seeking benefits of government welfare schemes.

The Deputy Commissioner emphasized the vital role played by Common Services Centres (CSCs) in bridging the digital divide and bringing governance closer to the people, particularly in rural and remote areas.

“The CSC network has become an important platform for ensuring that government services are delivered in a transparent, efficient and accessible manner, thereby empowering citizens and promoting inclusive digital development,” she stated. The inauguration marks another step towards strengthening digital infrastructure and improving service delivery mechanisms across the district.

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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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