KISHTWAR: Assistant Commissioner Development (ACD), Phulail Singh today conducted a thorough inspection of works executed under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) and IWMP in Block Padder.

During the inspection, Phulail Singh directed officials to focus on creating quality assets and installing a Community Information Board (CIB) at each work site. He emphasized the importance of sustainable development and encouraged the officials to adopt environment friendly practices.

After the inspection, the ACD conducted a review meeting with the staff of the Block Development Office (BDO) Padder. He directed officials to bridge gaps and achieve targets, warning that lackadaisical approach would invite strict action.

Three employees were issued show-cause notices for being absent from their legitimate duties. Phulail Singh passed stringent directions to ensure compliance regarding completion of works under MGNREGA, timely uploading of claims and payment of wages, completion of the Awas Plus survey for eligible households before March 31, and completion of all PMAY houses in Phase 1st as per timeframe.

The ACD also stressed the importance of sanitation, carbon neutrality, and creating a drug-free society. He was accompanied by Sumit Singh, BDO Padder and field functionaries from the block and IWMP Kishtwar.

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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