JAMMU: Deputy Commissioner Jammu Sachin Kumar Vaishya on Wednesday conducted an extensive tour of tehsil and block Akhnoor to assess the progress of the ongoing development works, with a special focus on Jal Jeevan Mission projects. The Deputy Commissioner inspected the Water Supply Scheme Bada Talab and the Water Supply Scheme Karangi Rajput Mohalla.

He also inspected the Swachh Bharat Mission-Plastic Waste Management Plant at Panchayat Sungal C and several ongoing works being executed by the Rural Development Department. Additionally, he inspected a shopping complex constructed by the Akhnoor Municipality. The visit included detailed discussions with concerned officers to address bottlenecks and ensure timely completion of all projects.

The Deputy Commissioner also interacted with local residents and attentively listened to their concerns and grievances. He underscored the importance of maintaining transparency in developmental works and adhering to stipulated timelines.

The DC was accompanied by Sub Divisional Magistrate Mukhter Ahmad; Chief Planning Officer Uttam Singh; Assistant Commissioner Panchayat Shehzada Nur-ul-Ain; Executive Engineer Jal Shakti (Akhnoor) Rocky Mahajan; Executive Officer MC Akhnoor Tahir Hafiz; Block Development Officer Akhnoor Sushil Singh and other officers.

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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.

— Team JK Monitor

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