REASI District Development Commissioner Reasi Kumar Abhishek today conducted a Public Grievances Redressal Camp at Sub-Division Mahore to address the concerns and issues of the local populace. A large number of residents from Mahore and adjoining areas participated in the camp and projected their grievances. They demanded up-gradation of basic amenities such as road connectivity, water supply, electricity, education and other public services.

 Key demands included the development of a bus stand, acceleration of ongoing road projects, promotion of tourism to boost local livelihood, strengthening of road safety measures and expeditious disposal of pending cases under SRO-43 and other essential services. The DDC listened patiently to the grievances and assured prompt redressal. He assured timely completion of the ongoing works and redressal of key issues before the onset of the monsoon season.

Later, the DDC chaired a review meeting to assess the progress of ongoing development works in the sub-division. The Sub Divisional Magistrate informed that public grievances registered on the online portals such as JK Samadhan have been resolved with no pendency. He further informed that revenue records have been fully digitized. He also informed the chair about the status of disbursement of compensation to landslide-affected families.

The DDC directed officers to identify vulnerable areas and take appropriate preventive measures. He also reviewed progress of road projects and directed the concerned departments to propose new works for the financial year 2026–27. Reviewing the progress of smart meter installation, the DDC directed the JPDCL  to cover all government buildings. The Health Department was asked to identify suitable land for establishment of health centres and ensure proper functioning of healthcare facilities.

 The DDC also reviewed the performance of Social Welfare, Horticulture, Jal Shakti, JPDCL and Education departments and emphasized the need for improved service delivery and effective implementation of government schemes. Among others, ADDC Sukhdev Singh Samyal, ADC Rakesh Kumar, CPO Narinder Kumar, PO POSHAN, Chief Education Officer, Executive Engineers of PMGSY, PWD and JPDCL along with other district and sectoral officers, were present.

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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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