KISHTWAR: Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar Pankaj Kumar Sharma today chaired a review meeting regarding the disbursement of compensation to landowners affected by the 4.037-kilometre realignment stretch of National Highway 244 at Kandini, Kishtwar under the ongoing road development project.

During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner reviewed the ongoing compensation disbursement process for the affected landowners, which is being carried out expeditiously to ensure that project works continue unhindered.

The Deputy Commissioner directed the contractor concerned to accelerate the pace of execution and ensure the timely completion of all project activities. He also directed Tehsildar Kishtwar Nirbhay Sharma to resolve any issues arising during project execution on-site, in consultation with the affected landowners, to facilitate the smooth progress of the works.

The Deputy Commissioner further reviewed the ongoing bituminous works being undertaken by NHIDCL in the Kishtwar Market area. Stressing the need for adherence to quality benchmarks, he directed NHIDCL to maintain the prescribed quality standards in all ongoing works. Further, NHIDCL was instructed to complete all pending components of the project, including the construction of drains, within the stipulated timelines while ensuring strict quality control and high standards of workmanship.

Among those present were Senior Superintendent of Police Kishtwar Naresh Singh, Additional Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar Pawan Kotwal, Tehsildar Kishtwar Nirbhay Sharma, other officers concerned and representatives from NHIDCL Kishtwar.

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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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