POONCH: The Deputy Commissioner Poonch, Vikas Kundal, who is also District Election Officer (DEO) today chaired a meeting to discuss the Revision of the Panchayat Electoral Roll 2025. The meeting discussed various measures regarding the Revision of Panchayat Electoral Roll 2025. During the meeting, DC Poonch provided an outline of the various processes and activities for the electoral roll campaign.

He emphasized on the significance of conducting a thorough and transparent screening for the electoral roll campaign. The meeting discussed in detail, revised schedule including publication of Draft Panchayat Electoral Roll, Period of filing claims and objections, publication of final Panchayat Electoral Roll and other related activities.

Emphasising the importance of accessibility, the DC directed the AEROs (All BDOs of District) to organize special camps at Colleges, Banks, Higher secondary schools, and various locations as per the State Election Commission’s guidelines and notified schedule to facilitate easy access for the public and ensure the accuracy of the electoral roll.

He asked Sub-divisional Magistrates (SDMs) to closely monitor activities related to the electoral roll revision. The meeting was attended by ACR, ACP, SDM Sumbal, SDM Mendhar and Surankote, all BDOs, Naib Tehsildar Elections and other concerned officials.

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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