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REASI: The District Development Commissioner Reasi Kumar Abhishek, today chaired a meeting to review the progress of solarisation of Government buildings and installation of smart meters in the district.

The DDC took a detailed review of rooftop solar installations on Government offices and institutions. He directed the concerned departments to expedite the pace and ensure timely completion of all solarisation projects. He emphasized to cover all identified Government buildings under the initiative in a phased manner, while maintaining prescribed quality standards and strict adherence to technical specifications.

 "The initiative is intended to reduce dependence on conventional energy sources, promote the adoption of clean and renewable energy and optimize electricity expenditure of Government establishments," the DDC emphasized.

Reviewing the status of smart meter installation, the DDC instructed the executing agencies to expedite the installation and ensure seamless functioning of meters across the district. He also took note of the technical and logistical challenges being faced during implementation and directed the concerned officers to resolve bottlenecks promptly through effective inter-departmental coordination.

Later, the DDC chaired another meeting to review the physical and financial progress of developmental works being executed under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) in the district.

At the outset, Chief Planning Officer Narinder Kumar apprised the chair of the status of ongoing works, including the construction of roads, span bridges, motorable bridges and other key infrastructure projects.

The DDC directed the concerned Executive Engineers to accelerate the pace of work and ensure timely completion of all projects in mission mode. He stressed adherence to quality benchmarks and optimal utilization of available resources. He further emphasized the need for close coordination among all stakeholder departments to achieve the set targets and ensure tangible outcomes on the ground for public benefit. The meeting was attended by Superintending Engineers of PWD and PMGSY, Executive Engineers, and other concerned officers.

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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