JAMMU: Deputy Commissioner Sachin Kumar Vaishya who is also the Chairman of District Valuation Committee, convened a meeting for finalisation of stamp duty rates for the calendar year 2025. During the course of the meeting, deliberations were held with Sub Divisional Magistrates to establish criteria for the finalisation of rates.

The Deputy Commissioner emphasised the importance of adhering to established criteria for rate fixation and instructed officers to conduct a thorough review to ensure fair and accurate finalisation of the stamp duty rates. He also called for a classification of the rate structure based on area categories to maintain transparency and alignment with market conditions.

The meeting was attended by Commissioner, Jammu Municipal Corporation, Commissioner Devansh Yadav, Additional Deputy Commissioner Shishir Gupta, Registrar, Assistant Commissioner (Revenue) Dr. Rajesh Kumar, Sub Registrar, Sub Divisional Magistrates and officers from the Public Works Department, among others.

The finalised stamp duty rates are to be communicated to the Division Level Committee next. This annual exercise aims to align the rates with current market trends and support ongoing developmental initiatives.

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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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