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  • 2142 households installed Solar Roof Top so far in the district

KUPWARA: Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Shrikant Suse, today chaired a review meeting to assess the progress achieved under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana in the district.

During the meeting, the DC reviewed rooftop solar installations achieved against target in both ED divisions- Kupwara and Handwara. It was informed that 2,142 rooftop solar installations have been completed across the district. He stressed that the pace of installations must be accelerated further and directed both Executive Engineers to regularly monitor progress. 

He also reviewed branch wise status of sanctioning and disbursal of loan cases and subsequent steps taken by vendors for rooftop solar installations.  The DC also called for removing bottlenecks directing banks and KPDCL to work in close coordination for seamless case processing.

Further, he appealed general public to avail the benefit of the scheme as it is major step towards reducing electricity bills with adoption of clean energy.  The meeting was attended by the Chief Planning Officer (CPO), Lead District Manager (LDM), Executive Engineers of KPDCL Kupwara & Handwara , Cluster Head JK bank , District Manager CSC, and other concerned officials.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here
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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