POONCH: The District Administration Poonch marked a significant milestone under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) as Deputy Commissioner Vikas Kundal today handed over the house key to the 500th PMAY Urban beneficiary Lokesh Kumar, a street vendor by profession, resident of Ward No. 04 Poonch.

The Deputy Commissioner commended the homeowners for effectively utilizing Government support and expressed satisfaction with the scheme’s grassroots impact. The beneficiary also expressed gratitude to the government for the initiative, which has significantly improved his living conditions.

The DC also reviewed the overall progress of PMAY(U), including the new phase, PMAY 2.0. He directed concerned officials to ensure timely completion of under-construction units and expedite the survey process including organization of awareness camps.

He emphasized transparency, beneficiary satisfaction, and quality construction as key pillars of the scheme's success. Officials from Municipal Council Poonch and planning departments besides beneficiaries were present at the events.

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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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