KISHTWAR: The Assistant Commissioner Development (ACD) Kishtwar, Phulail Singh today conducted a comprehensive review meeting with Block Development Officers, technical staff, and dealing hands to discuss the progress of development works under CAPEX and SBM-G in the district. During the meeting, the ACD reviewed the physical and financial status of works under CAPEX and SBM-G and directed the officials to ensure the completion of works immediately.

He also instructed the officials to submit work bills for treasury as per funds released on the BEAMS portal. The ACD emphasized the need for timely completion of works and cautioned against waiting until the end of the month. He also instructed BDOs to furnish daily work-wise progress reports to track the progress of blocks.

While reviewing SBM-G, the ACD asked officers to submit Action Taken Reports (ATRs) on previously discussed points. He stressed the importance of proper documentation of cleanliness drives, beautification of villages, buildings, chowks, panchayat ghars, maintenance of SBM-G created assets, and maintenance of street lights in rural areas. The ACD directed the officials to ensure the sustainability of ODF status in the district. He also emphasized the need for effective implementation of the SBM-G and timely completion of works.

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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