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DODA: Assistant Commissioner Development (ACD) Doda Din Mohd. Afaqi today chaired a review meeting to assess the progress of ongoing development works being executed under Capex, MPLAD and CDF schemes in the district. The meeting was attended by Executive Engineer REW Doda Suresh Bharti, all Block Development Officers (BDOs), Assistant Executive Engineers (AEEs), Junior Engineers (JEs) and field staff of the Rural Development Department (RDD).

During the meeting, the ACD conducted a detailed review of the physical and financial progress of the ongoing works across different blocks. The concerned officers briefed the chair regarding the status of works, expenditure, site-level progress and issues, if any, affecting timely execution. The ACD stressed the need for close monitoring and effective coordination among field functionaries to ensure that development works are executed as per approved specifications and within the stipulated timelines.

The ACD further directed the concerned officers and contractors to complete all allotted works on or before September 30, 2026, without compromising on quality. He called for regular monitoring of progress at the block level and timely resolution of bottlenecks so that the benefits of the schemes reach the intended beneficiaries at the earliest.

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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Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here