RAMNAGAR:  Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and with the intervention of MoS PMO Dr. Jitendra Singh, MLA Ramnagar Dr. Sunil Bhardwaj today inaugurated the implementation of the long-awaited RDSS (Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme) for strengthening and modernizing the electricity infrastructure in Ramnagar.

The inauguration was held in the presence of officials from NTPC, PDD Sub-Division Ramnagar, and prominent citizens of the area. Dr. Bhardwaj congratulated the people of Udhampur, particularly Ramnagar, and stated that the scheme had been long awaited for District Udhampur. He said that he had consistently pursued the matter to ensure its implementation in the district. With the support and intervention of Dr. Jitendra Singh, the scheme has now been sanctioned at a cost of ₹180 crore for Udhampur district, with execution entrusted to NTPC Electrical Company.

Under the scheme, outdated transformers, electricity poles, and transmission lines will be replaced and upgraded with modern infrastructure having sufficient capacity. Insulated supply lines will also be installed to improve safety and efficiency. Dr. Bhardwaj said that the project is expected to significantly reduce unscheduled power cuts, low-voltage issues, and transmission losses in Ramnagar. It will also provide major benefits to rural and remote areas where electricity infrastructure remains inadequate, while improving the city landscape by removing the tangled network of overhead wires.

He further stated that the implementation of RDSS will be carried out in a planned and phased manner by the company in coordination with the PDD Department over the coming months. Dr. Bhardwaj appealed to the citizens to cooperate fully with NTPC and PDD officials to ensure smooth and timely completion of the project. Among those present on the occasion were Rajinder Sharma, Rameshwar Ji, Rakesh Kharka, Kewal Ji, Sham Ji, and other prominent citizens.

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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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