SAMBA: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today inspected the ongoing work on the bus terminal at Thandi Khui in Samba district. Being constructed at an estimated cost of Rs 18.53 crore by the Public Works department, the terminal has a capacity of accommodation 100 buses. It would cater to the inter district,  intra district buses coming from other states as well as providing a centre place to the commuters travelling to different areas of Jammu and Kashmir.

While interacting with the officials, the Deputy Chief Minister directed for speedy completion of the said project while strictly adhering to the set quality parameters. He said the ambitious project is of vital importance for connectivity of Samba and other districts of Jammu division.

"Officers should ensure early completion of the bus terminal and lacuna, if any, should be redressed within the shortest possible time, so that public gets benefitted from this initiative" , he maintained.

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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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