• Listens to Public Grievances

KULGAM: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Shahzad Alam, today visited the Nandimarg area to take stock of ongoing works and assess bottlenecks hindering the timely completion of key road projects.

During the visit, the DC reviewed the progress of Galman Road, Kanimarg Road, and other ongoing developmental works. He conducted on-site inspections and evaluated the pace of execution.

The DC was apprised by the concerned officials about the current status of the projects and the challenges affecting their timely completion. He  stressed the importance of inter-departmental coordination to address issues related to land, utilities, and clearances without delay.

The DC also interacted with local residents and listened to their issues and grievances. Emphasizing the significance of these roads in improving connectivity and facilitating public convenience, he instructed officials to expedite the work and strictly adhere to set timelines. 

He added that timely completion of these roads will boost connectivity and tourism in the area. He further urged the general public to extend full cooperation to the administration and executing agencies to ensure smooth and timely completion of the projects. Among others, SDM Noorabad, Bashir-ul-Hassan; Executive Engineer, D.H. Pora,Tehsildar D.H.Pora, DMO and other officers accompanied the DC during the visit.

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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