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REASI: Deputy Commissioner Reasi, Nidhi Malik today chaired a meeting to review the progress and modalities regarding the acquisition of land for the construction of a Water Pipeline from Karwa to Hansali in Tehsil Katra.

During the meeting, the concerned officers briefed the chair on the present status of the land acquisition proceedings, the proposed alignment of the pipeline and the issues being faced during the process. Detailed discussions were held on streamlining procedural requirements, assessing the land parcels involved and ensuring compliance with all statutory provisions to prevent delays at later stages.

Emphasising the importance of the project for Katra and adjoining areas, the Deputy Commissioner directed the SDM Katra, in coordination with the concerned line departments to undertake proper measurement of the identified land and determine the rates for acquisition of the required land. She further instructed the Revenue Department to identify suitable alternate land, wherever necessary, to facilitate smooth execution of the project.

The Deputy Commissioner stressed the need for close inter-departmental coordination and the timely completion of all formalities to ensure that the project is implemented in a transparent and time-bound manner. ADC Rakesh Kumar, SDM Katra Piyush Dhotra, SE Jal Shakti, CPO, XEN PHE and other concerned officers attended the meeting.

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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