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  • Assures road connectivity to every village, ward

NOWSHERA: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today conducted public grievances redressal camps at Dhanaka and Langer in Nowshera to assess public grievances besides reviewing the development profile of the areas. The events witnessed enthusiastic public participation who expressed gratitude for the government’s outreach initiatives.

During the camps, the Deputy Chief Minister reiterated the government's commitment towards ensuring holistic development in rural and urban areas. He assured the public that road connectivity would be extended to every village and ward in the region, emphasizing that no area would be left behind in developmental progress. In his address, Surinder Choudhary appealed the public to refrain from encroaching roads, highlighting the adverse impact of such practices on infrastructure and public safety as well. He stressed the importance of community cooperation in maintaining the integrity of public spaces.

The Deputy Chief Minister also issued clear directives to the officers present, instructing them to formulate MGNREGA plans only after consulting Gram Sabhas. “Community participation is the cornerstone of effective planning and implementation of development projects. All developmental schemes under MGNREGA must reflect the needs and aspirations of the people,” he remarked.

Surinder Choudhary acknowledged the overwhelming response from the public and assured them of the administration's unwavering support. “Our government is dedicated towards bridging developmental gaps and ensuring that the benefits of governance reach the grassroots level,” he concluded. The camps concluded with the Dy CM urging the public to actively participate in governance and development initiatives, fostering a spirit of collaboration and accountability. Additional Deputy Commissioner Nowshera, Babu Ram Tandon, along with other district and sectoral officers accompanied the Deputy Chief Minister during the public grievances redressal camps.

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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