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UDHAMPUR: Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Saloni Rai on Wednesday conducted an extensive tour of Block Narsoo and convened a public grievance redressal camp at Panchayat Ghar Moud. The initiative aimed to address public concerns and review developmental projects being implemented across various sectors in the Block. The camp witnessed active participation from DDC Councillor Subash Chander, former PRI members and residents from neighboring panchayats. 

During the programme, the local and former PRI members raised several pressing issues and demands, including construction and maintenance of roads, shortage of drinking water supply, establishment of Sports Stadium, completion of Jal Jeevan Mission projects, organizing training camps under the PM Vishwakarma Yojana Scheme, filling vacant positions, including the Headmaster post and other key roles, upgradation of Government High School Kither Chirdhi to a Higher Secondary School, inclusion of left-out beneficiaries under the PMAY scheme, opening of ration depot etc.

The DC listened to the grievances and assured the public that necessary steps would be taken to resolve their issues in accordance with prescribed norms. She also instructed the concerned officers to prioritize the redressal of these demands and submit detailed reports on any pending matters, so unresolved issues could be escalated to higher authorities for consideration.

The Deputy Commissioner emphasized the importance of bringing governance closer to the people. She urged all officers to proactively visit local communities and ensure the provision of essential facilities at their doorstep. She reiterated that the primary objective of such grievance redressal camps is to resolve genuine public concerns within a stipulated time frame.

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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