KISHTWAR:  Assistant Commissioner Development (ACD) Kishtwar Manoj Kumar, who is also Additional District Programme Coordinator (ADPC) under MGNREGA, convened a comprehensive review meeting to assess the progress under the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) of MGNREGA, PMAY-G and other developmental schemes. The ACD reviewed the progress and performance of different blocks with regard to the KPIs and emphasized the need for timely achievement of targets and strict adherence to the prescribed guidelines. 

A detailed performance appraisal of the MGNREGA supporting staff was also undertaken at the meeting. The ACD assessed the Annual Performance Reports (APRs) of the staff and directed the Block Development Officers (BDOs) to furnish the APRs of the concerned officials strictly as per the prescribed format and taking into account their performance under the notified KPIs.

The meeting was attended by Block Development Officers, Assistant Engineers, Panchayat Secretaries, Junior Engineers, MIS Operators and Gram Rozgar Sahayaks of the respective blocks.

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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