• Directs concerned officers for time-bound redressal of genuine public grievances

GANDERBAL: In order to address the concerns and aspirations of the locals, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore, Saturday chaired a Public Outreach programme at Wayil Panchayat in the district. The event served as a platform for direct communication between the administration and the public, focusing on fostering inclusive development and addressing pertinent issues.

During the event, DDC Member and residents of Wayil and its adjoining areas raised various issues and demands including smooth potable drinking water facility, facilitation for various services of Revenue Department, awareness on government schemes, Road macdamization, augmentation of irrigation facilities and upgradation of schools among others.

Addressing the gathering, DC reiterated the administration's commitment to inclusive development. He said the issues raised during the outreach programme have been noted and all genuine concerns will be redressed in a time bound manner. Earlier, all the officers and heads of departments responded to the queries and grievances of the people pertaining to their departments.

Later, DC distributed approval and authorization letters among beneficiaries under IDDS, HADP, and for establishment of Trout Raceways besides equipment. He also handed over various certificates among eligible beneficiaries and sports kits to students of various schools.

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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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