• Calls for sustainable, citizen-centric Master Plan

SHOPIAN: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Shopian, Shishir Gupta today chaired a comprehensive review meeting regarding the formulation and finalization of the Master Plan for Shopian town. The meeting was held at the Mini Secretariat, Shopian and was attended by the Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Tehsildar Shopian, Tehsildar Keegam, CEO MC, officers from line departments and officials associated with the planning process.

During the meeting, the DDC took a detailed assessment of the ongoing work related to revenue aspects, delineation of planning boundaries, land-use proposals and incorporation of critical developmental requirements for the town. He emphasized the importance of accuracy and inter-departmental coordination for ensuring a realistic, futuristic and sustainable Master Plan that aligns with the aspirations of the citizens of Shopian.

He directed the concerned revenue authorities to expedite the process of boundary finalization and ensure that all relevant records are updated and authenticated in a time-bound manner. He stressed that the Master Plan must cater to emerging needs in housing, mobility, public infrastructure, utilities, environmental protection, disaster preparedness and regulated urban growth.

The officers present were instructed to maintain close coordination with the Housing & Urban Development Department and provide all necessary support to the consulting agencies involved in drafting the Master Plan. The DDC further highlighted the significance of adopting a participatory approach by incorporating feedback from stakeholders and the general public.

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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.

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