POONCH: Deputy Commissioner Poonch, Ashok Kumar Sharma, today chaired a meeting of the Rent Assessment Committee (RAC) in the Meeting Hall, DC Office Complex to review and finalize the rent for government departments operating from private accommodations. During the meeting, detailed discussions were held with concerned departments and private building owners regarding the rent cases.

Several cases were taken up for consideration, out of which many were approved, while some were deferred pending further clarification. The Deputy Commissioner directed all building owners to ensure title verification of their properties through their respective Tehsildars, stating that no rent payment will be made without proper title verification.

The DDC emphasized timely resolution of rent cases and transparent procedures to ensure smooth functioning of government offices operating in rented accommodations. The meeting was attended by Assistant Commissioner Revenue Mohd Sayeed, Xen PWD, DYSSO, District Ayush Officer, CAO, CHO, AD FCS & CA, AD Handicrafts & Handloom, DSWO, ZEOs, CDPOs, BMOs and concerned Block Project Managers from JKRLM.

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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