RAMBAN: A meeting of the District Level Committee(DLC) on Change of Land Use (CLU) was convened today under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner Ramban Mohammad Alyas Khan, in his office chamber to review the latest status of CLU cases across the district.

The meeting was attended by Additional Commissioner Revenue (ACR) Shokat Hayat Mattoo; SDM Banihal, Mohammad Naseeb Bajraan; Assistant Commissioner Development (ACD), Sheraz Ahmed; District Officer, Pollution Control Committee (PCC); Executive Engineers of PWD Ramban; engineers from NHAI, along with other concerned officers.

The Committee reviewed eight applications seeking change of land use. After detailed scrutiny of documents and verification for compliance with the prescribed rules and regulations, five applications were approved. Each case was examined thoroughly to ensure adherence to the established land conversion norms.

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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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