JAMMU: Director FCS&CA Jammu Rajesh Kumar Shavan inspected the ongoing Gurdaspur–Jammu Natural Gas Pipeline Project along with the City Gate Stations (CGSs) at Vijaypur and Bishnah.

During the inspection, the Director reviewed progress of the pipeline infrastructure and assessed the status of works at the City Gate Stations. Deputy General Manager Construction GAIL India Ltd Kumar Rahul briefed the Director on the technical features of the project, current progress and the expected completion timeline of July 2026 at an approximate cost of ₹237 crore in J&K.

Director Shavan emphasised the importance of the project in strengthening the energy infrastructure of the Jammu region and facilitating future supply of clean and efficient natural gas to domestic consumers, commercial establishments and industries. He stressed the need for maintaining quality standards, ensuring safety protocols and adhering to prescribed timelines.

The Director also interacted with officials of IOCL and advised them to keep track of land acquisition cases and utility shifting so that work from Vijaypur onwards is commenced immediately. Senior officers of the FCS&CA Department and representatives of the executing agency accompanied the Director during the inspection.

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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.

— Team JK Monitor

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