DODA: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Doda Harvinder Singh today chaired a review meeting at Dak Bungalow Gandoh to assess the situation in rain-affected areas of Gandoh and its adjoining regions.

During the meeting, the DC reviewed the damages caused by the recent heavy rainfall, which led to disruption of road connectivity, damage to houses, water supply issues, electricity outages, health services and other essential facilities in the area. He directed the concerned departments to ensure immediate restoration of critical infrastructure and to extend timely relief to the affected population.

The Deputy Commissioner also instructed the officers to submit a daily status report on the restoration works and progress in the affected areas, stressing the need for coordinated efforts to minimize public inconvenience. The meeting was attended by ADC Doda, SDM Gandoh, ACD Doda, CEO Doda, CMO Doda, concerned XENs, Tehsildars and officials from other key departments.

Later, the Deputy Commissioner also interacted with senior citizens at Dak Bungalow Gandoh, attentively listening to their concerns regarding the disruption of essential services caused by the recent rainfall. He assured the elderly residents that timely action would be taken to restore these vital services bringing much-needed relief to the community.

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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