The Survival Fight of JK Monitor: For 16 years, JK Monitor has chronicled Jammu and Kashmir with integrity. Since 2010, I have steered its newsroom alongside our visionary Founding Chairman, Dr. Priya Ranjan (IIT Kharagpur alumnus, University of Maryland Ph.D.). His tragic demise in October 2026 left a severe financial and operational vacuum. Without urgent support, our 24/7 news portal risks permanently shutting down after November 2026, remaining only as a static digital archive. We appeal to well-wishers to extend a helping hand to keep our active newsroom alive. Support Us: WhatsApp: +91-9906103001 | Email: journalistajmerwani@gmail.com
  • Instructs officers to accelerate pace of works, ensure timely completion

KULGAM: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan, Thursday chaired a meeting of Rural Development Department and Panchayati Raj (RDD&PR) at Mini-Secretariat here to review the functioning, progress and implementation status of various schemes in the district. During the meeting, the DDC took a detailed review of progress achieved under various programs and initiatives in the RDD sector.

It was informed that under MGNREGA, 7263 works were taken, out of which 6257 works were completed till date. Additionally, 2377724 person-days (PDS) were generated till date. Reviewing the progress under PMAY (Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana) units, the chair was informed that against 5868 sanctioned units, 5291 units have been completed by the end of February.

The DDC directed Officers to ensure the completion of all PMAY units promptly. He emphasized the need to accelerate the pace of work to meet annual targets and ensure timely payment of wages. Reviewing the progress under the district capex budget it was informed that against the allotted works of 1589, 1329 works have been taken up while 1118 works have been completed till date.

He also reviewed the progress in solid waste management, door-to-door waste collection in panchayats and construction and completion status of community soakage pits, and community compost pits. The chair was informed that under SBM against a target of 52 works, 39 have been taken up and 28 have been completed, while in community soakage pits component under MGNREGA, 17 works have been taken up and 7 have been completed.

The DDC stressed Tehsildars and BDOs to identify suitable land for composite pits and Gram Panchayat Ghars to be constructed. He also underscored the importance of maximum onsite work inspections to ensure quality of works. He directed Officers to scale up the execution of all works and ensure time-bound completion without compromising quality. The meeting was attended by ADDC Altaf Ahmad, ACD, ACP, Ex. Engineer REW, all BDOs, AEEs, AEs, VLWs and GRSs.

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

       LOOK_HERE.jpg Esteemed readers, for your convenience, we have categorized our news publishing into following 👇

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here