DODA: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Doda, Harvinder Singh today chaired a review meeting of the Health Department at Conference Hall, DC Office Complex, Doda. The meeting was convened to assess the overall performance of the Health Department, review the progress of ongoing schemes and examine the utilisation of funds across various health-related components in the district.

During the meeting, detailed deliberations were held on all key health indicators, with special focus on improving service delivery, strengthening primary healthcare institutions and ensuring better health outcomes for the public. The Deputy Commissioner Doda conducted a sector-wise review and sought updates on achievements, existing gaps and challenges faced during implementation.

He stressed the need for optimal utilisation of funds, timely completion of works and strict adherence to prescribed guidelines. He directed the concerned officers to adopt a result-oriented approach, strengthen monitoring mechanisms and promptly address bottlenecks hampering progress.

The agenda of the meeting also included a thorough review of the National Health Mission (NHM), TB Mukt Panchayats, development works under District Capex and UT Capex, Nikshay Poshan Yojana, Vaya Vandana Scheme and the implementation status of various Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS).

Officers briefed the chair on the physical and financial progress of ongoing works, along with timelines for completion. Emphasising accountability and inter-departmental coordination, the Deputy Commissioner Doda urged the Health Department to ensure that the benefits of government schemes reach the grassroots level, particularly in remote and underserved areas of the district. The meeting was attended by the CPO Doda, CMO, SE PWD (R&B) Circle Doda, BMOs, concerned doctors, officials, AEEs and JEs.

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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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