BANDIPORA: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, today made an inspection of developmental works in the district and also checked the damages caused by recent torrential rains and flash floods.

During the visit, DC took stock of the Gund Kaisar Bridge, which had suffered foundation damages due to the flash floods. She issued on-spot directions to the Executive Engineer R&B Bandipora for the temporary restoration of the bridge under the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF), ensuring immediate relief and connectivity for the local population.

DC also inspected various developmental activities of the R&B department in Panchayat Halqa Gamroo. She inspected the under-construction 100-bedded Gujjar and Bakerwal Girls’ Hostel being executed at an estimated cost of Rs.457.78 crore, aimed at providing modern residential and educational facilities for students from tribal communities.

In addition, she took stock of the work on the Multi-Level Car Parking project at Gulshan Chowk, which is coming up at an estimated cost of Rs.487.07 crore to decongest traffic and improve urban infrastructure in Bandipora town. She directed the concerned that the Project shall be completed before Winter so that relief is provided to the public at the earliest.

DC directed the concerned officers to expedite the pace of work and maintain quality standards, underlining the importance of timely completion of these projects for the benefit of the people.

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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