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RAMBAN:  Deputy Commissioner Ramban Mohammad Alyas Khan today visited Banihal and Khari to assess the status of essential services and supplies besides listening to the grievances of people at their doorsteps.

SSP Arun Gupta; Sub-Divisional Magistrate Banihal Mohammad Naseeb Bajraan; Assistant Director FCS&CA Niamatullah Sheikh; Executive Engineers of PMGSY, PWD, Jal Shakti and REW, along with other concerned officers, were present during the visit.

During the tour, the Deputy Commissioner met several deputations and individuals who apprised him of their issues and demands. He patiently listened to the grievances and resolved most of them on the spot by issuing directions to the concerned officers.

The Deputy Commissioner also reviewed the status of essential services including power and water supply, healthcare facilities, sanitation and road connectivity in the areas. He directed the concerned departments to ensure uninterrupted delivery of services, particularly keeping in view public convenience and the prevailing weather conditions.  

The DC also reviewed the progress of ongoing developmental works in the Sub-Division. He assessed the status of the infrastructure projects and instructed the executing agencies to expedite the pace of work while strictly maintaining quality standards to ensure their timely completion.

During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner interacted with shopkeepers and members of civil society to seek feedback regarding the availability and pricing of essential commodities and other civic issues. He directed the concerned officers to maintain strict vigilance against overpricing, hoarding and black marketing. Stressing transparency, he instructed shopkeepers to display updated rate lists and maintain proper hygiene standards in their establishments. Emphasizing people-centric governance and public welfare, the Deputy Commissioner assured the public that their genuine concerns would be addressed on priority.

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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