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BANDIPORA: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, today undertook a comprehensive tour of Bandipora Tehsil to assess the functioning of various key institutions and public facilities.

The visit commenced with an inspection of the Block Medical Office Bandipora and the District Disability Rehabilitation Centre (DDRC). CMO and BMO were directed to manage the office in a manner that ensures the timely availability of medicinal supplies.

DC also visited the Industrial Training Institute (ITI) and Polytechnic College Bandipora to review the training infrastructure and facilities available for students. During interaction with the staff, she underlined the importance of strengthening skill development initiatives to empower youth with industry-relevant competencies. She emphasized that merely offering diploma or certificate courses without practical exposure would not serve the purpose.

Later, DC inspected the Auditorium at Kaloosa and took stock of the amenities available for public events and cultural programmes. She instructed the concerned officials to ensure regular maintenance and effective utilization of the facility for community-centric activities.

The visit also included an inspection of the Dak Bungalow at Ayathmulla, where DC reviewed the infrastructure from the perspective of necessary repairs. It was observed that, to ensure optimal use of such buildings, a strategy for introducing a pay-and-use model needs to be adopted.

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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