• Emphasizes accuracy, transparency and timely completion of process

UDHAMPUR: Deputy Commissioner Udhampur Minga Sherpa today chaired a review meeting to assess the progress of the ongoing revision of the Panchayat Electoral Roll with reference to April 1, 2026 as the qualifying date.

A detailed discussion was held on the status of form collection across Panchayat constituencies, total forms received vis-Ă -vis total draft electors and the number of forms already punched into the system.

The DC also reviewed the pace of the exercise and stressed the need to synchronize field-level collection with data entry work to avoid any backlog. He emphasized the importance of maintaining an accurate and updated electoral roll to ensure a free, fair and transparent electoral process at the grassroots level.

Officers were directed to undertake meticulous verification to facilitate inclusion of all eligible voters while ensuring deletion of duplicate and ineligible entries. Officers were instructed to intensify awareness efforts so that eligible citizens actively participate in the revision process.

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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