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RAJOURI: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma today conducted an extensive tour of border areas to inspect ongoing development works and address public grievances. During the visit, he reviewed the progress of critical infrastructure projects and interacted with local stakeholders to ensure effective services delivery.

The DC inspected the development work at recently upgraded Government Middle School at LoC village Basali, started last month on his intervention. He emphasized the need for timely completion of the project to provide a better learning environment to the students in this remote area.

Continuing the visit, the DC reviewed the electricity supply to Veer Bardeshwar Mandir, a prominent religious and tourist site in the district. He directed the concerned departments to ensure uninterrupted power supply to the Temple, recognizing its significance for devotees and visitors.

In Laam area, the Deputy Commissioner interacted with Lumberdars and Chowkidars to understand the ground realities and assess the implementation of government schemes. He also held a grievance redressal camp and addressed the issues raised by the locals.

The DC was accompanied by Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Nowshera, Babu Ram Tandon; Tehsildar Nowshera and other district and sectoral officers. The visit highlighted the district administration’s commitment to inclusive development and proactive resolution of public issues, especially in border areas.

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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