In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

KUPWARA: Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Abhishek Sharma today chaired a comprehensive review meeting of the Revenue Department to assess the functioning and progress of revenue-related activities across the district. The meeting reviewed the status of all Tehsils, including staff strength, the latest status of the Census, and the creation of Farmer IDs. The DC stressed expediting the work to ensure 100% coverage within the stipulated timelines.

While reviewing the SVAMITVA scheme, the DC emphasized the timely completion of targets. ADC Kupwara was nominated as the Nodal Officer to monitor progress under the scheme. It was informed that distribution camps will be organized across the district on a massive scale to distribute SVAMITVA property cards among beneficiaries.

Reviewing the Revenue Plus Portal, the DC directed the Tehsildars to ensure quality disposal of applications within the timelines specified under the Public Services Guarantee Act (PSGA). The status of the Revenue Court Cases Management System (RCCMS) was also reviewed.

Regarding daily incident reporting, the DC directed Tehsildars to submit reports regularly. Reviewing the construction of NH-701, the DC directed the concerned Collector Land Acquisition and Tehsildars to ensure early clearance of pending impediments to facilitate the smooth execution of the road project. He also reviewed the status of Tehsil office buildings and directed for expeditious work to ensure operationalisation of the buildings. The meeting was attended by ADC Kupwara, ADC Handwara, ACR Kupwara, SDMs, and all Tehsildars of the district.

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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.

— Team JK Monitor

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