JAMMU: Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana today chaired a meeting at Civil Secretariat here to review the status of infrastructure upgradation of Government Degree College (GDC) Mendhar.

During the meeting, the Minister took a comprehensive review of the progress on ongoing works and emphasised the need for timely completion of all projects to strengthen academic infrastructure at the college.

It was resolved  that the ongoing infrastructure works, particularly the Girl’s Hostel, shall be completed on priority to ensure adequate residential facilities for girl students. The meeting also decided that other essential amenities and infrastructure at the college will be upgraded in a phased and time-bound manner to enhance the overall academic environment.

The Minister stressed close coordination among the concerned departments to ensure speedy execution of works and directed the officers to maintain strict timelines for completion.

The meeting was attended by Director RUSA, Director Planning Higher Education, Director Colleges, Chief Engineer PWD (R&B) and Executive Engineer PWD (R&B) Mendhar, among other concerned officers.

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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