GANDERBAL: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore today convened a meeting of the District Level Committee (DLC), here to review and decide cases under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Urban (PMAY 2.0).

During the meeting, the committee thoroughly examined the applications received under the scheme, which aims at fulfilling the vision of ‘Housing for All’ by providing pucca houses to the eligible beneficiaries belonging to the Economically Weaker Sections, Low-Income Groups, and other entitled categories.

After detailed deliberations and verification of documents, the committee accorded approval to several cases under PMAY 2.0. These approved cases will now move forward for sanction of financial assistance enabling the beneficiaries to construct or upgrade their dwelling units.

Speaking on the occasion, the DC stressed upon transparency and fairness in the selection process and directed the concerned officers to ensure that all genuine and deserving applicants are provided timely benefits. He further instructed the Urban Local Bodies to keep close coordination with field staff so that timely verification, monitoring, and assistance is provided to the applicants.

DC further directed the Revenue and Municipality officials to complete the verification process of the remaining applicants within a week's time. The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner, Manzoor Ahmad; Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Lead District Manager, Tehsildar Ganderbal, Executive Officer, Municipal Committee, Ganderbal and representative from Housing Board.

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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.

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