• Inspects Ring Road Phase-I, reviews airport & railway connectivity

BUDGAM: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Athar Aamir Khan, today undertook an extensive field visit across multiple locations along the alignment of the Ring Road project, reviewing the progress of Ring Road Phase-I, the proposed Airport and Railway Station connectivity. The tour commenced from near NH44 Galandar, and covered various critical stretches and points along the Ring Road corridor, including sections falling under Phase-I, till Narbal including Khanda, Wathoora, Gadsathu, Ichkoot, Razwan, Dharmuna, Narbal.

The DC was accompanied by ACR Budgam, Superintending Engineer R&B Circle Budgam, senior officers, and key stakeholders, including representatives of NHAI and executing agencies. During the visit, the DC conducted on-site inspections at multiple work locations, taking a segment-wise review of the progress achieved across different reaches of the project. At each site, the DC assessed the pace of execution, quality of works, and adherence to timelines, while also reviewing technical aspects of alignment, land availability, and infrastructure readiness.

The DC was apprised about the proposals of Airport and Railway Station connectivity. Emphasizing the importance of the project, the DC stated that the Ring Road and its allied links are transformational infrastructure initiatives that will significantly enhance connectivity across kashmir valley including Budgam and adjoining areas, reduce travel time, and decongest existing routes.

While moving across different sections of the project, the DC directed executing agencies to ensure that construction activities are carried out in a manner that minimizes inconvenience to commuters and local residents, particularly in populated and high-traffic stretches. He stressed the need for proper traffic regulation, diversions, and safety arrangements at all active work sites.

At several locations along the route, the DC also reviewed issues related to execution and instructed concerned officers to resolve bottlenecks on priority, ensure seamless coordination among departments, and maintain uniform progress across all segments of the project. The DC further directed that all works must adhere to high-quality standards, with proper drainage systems, road safety features, and environmental safeguards incorporated throughout the alignment. He stressed regular monitoring and accountability to ensure timely completion.

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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.

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