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SHOPIAN: A review meeting regarding the status of grievances registered on the JK-Samadhan Portal was today chaired by the Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC), Shopian, Dr. Nasir Ahmad Lone at Shopian.

During the meeting, a detailed department-wise review of grievances resolution was undertaken. As per the figures presented, a total of 1156 grievances were received, out of which 1072 grievances have been resolved, achieving an overall disposal rate of 95.67%.

Reviewing department-wise performance, the ADDC instructed all departments having pendency to ensure immediate disposal of grievances. He emphasized strict adherence to timelines and directed all concerned officers to adopt a proactive approach for early redressal of public grievances.

The ADDC stressed that pendency must be minimized and quality disposal ensured so as to strengthen public confidence in the grievance redressal system. The meeting was attended by Assistant Commissioner Revenue Shopian, Shakoor Ahmad Dar; Sub-Divisional Magistrate Zainapora, Bilal Ahmad; Chief Medical Officer, Chief Agriculture Officer; Tehsildars; Block Development Officers; Executive Engineers; and other district officers.

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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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