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BANDIPORA: Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Bandipora, Nizam Ud Din Bhat today reviewed the progress and status of works being executed under the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) in Assembly Constituency Bandipora during a meeting held at the Mini Secretariat Bandipora. During the meeting, the MLA took a detailed review of the status of works, including the number of works accorded, tendered, allotted and completed by various departments.

The review covered works executed by Rural Development Department (RDD) Bandipora, Municipal Committee Bandipora, JAKEDA, Education Department, Ground Water Division Srinagar, PHE Hydraulic Division Bandipora, Electric Division Bandipora/Sumbal, REW Bandipora, R&B Division Bandipora, District Youth Services & Sports Office, Block Development Offices of Arin, Aloosa, Bandipora, Bonakoot and Naidkhai, besides G&B Hostel Bandipora.

The MLA emphasized that unnecessary delays in execution of works must be avoided and stressed the need for timely completion of all projects sanctioned under the CDF. He directed the concerned officers to ensure that the ground staff remains fully geared up to achieve maximum outcomes from the developmental works being undertaken.

Highlighting the importance of public service delivery, the MLA said that public welfare must remain the top priority while implementing development projects. He further stressed that departments must work in close coordination with each other to ensure smooth execution and effective implementation of works on the ground.

The meeting was attended by Chief Planning Officer Bandipora, Assistant Commissioner Development, Assistant Commissioner Panchayat, Executive Engineers of Ground Water Division Srinagar, PHE Hydraulic Division Bandipora, Electric Division Bandipora/Sumbal, REW Bandipora and R&B Division Bandipora,  District Youth Services and Sports Officer Bandipora, Dy Chief Education Officer Bandipora, Block Development Officers of Arin, Aloosa, Bandipora, Bonakoot and Naidkhai, besides Warden C&B Hostel Bandipora.

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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Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here