KUPWARA: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Kupwara, Shrikant Suse today visited Halmatpora to inspect the ongoing works related to Water Supply Scheme (WSS).

The scheme is part of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), aimed at providing functional household tap connections (FHTCs) to every household in the area. The main components of the project include two borewells with pump rooms, electromechanical components for single-stage lift, two reservoirs of 30,000-gallon capacity each, and a comprehensive pipe network covering both the rising main and distribution system.

Once completed, the scheme will benefit approximately 3,746 residents of Pir Mohallah and Sofi Mohallah by ensuring a sustainable and safe drinking water supply. During the visit, the DDC inspected the ongoing borewell work at Pir Mohallah Halmatpora  Hayhama, and reviewed the pace and quality of development works being executed in the area.

The residents of Halmatpora also raised the demand for macadamization of local roads and repair of animal husbandry building. The DDC gave a patient hearing to the public respectives  and assured that necessary works will be taken up on priority to address the developmental needs of the area. The DDC was accompanied by officers and Officials from the Jal Shakti Department.

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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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