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  • Meets Party’s functionaries delegations from Udhampur, Ramban and Jammu

JAMMU: Rattan Lal Gupta, Provincial President of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference, today reiterated that the government led by Omar Abdullah is firmly committed to ensuring equitable development and accelerating progress in far-flung regions, particularly the Chenab Valley, Udhampur Districts and Jammu Municipal Corporation.

He made these remarks while interacting with a delegation comprising District President Ramban Abid Magray, District President Jammu Urban Chandar Mohan Sharma, Block President Batote Arshad Mir, Block President Ukral Imtiaz Mughal, District President Udhampur Sunil Verma, Additional Spokesperson Akash Verma, Sardar Gurnam Singh, and other party functionaries.

During the interaction, Gupta acknowledged the concerns raised by the delegation and concurred that although attention has started returning to remote areas across various sectors, the complete upgradation of civic infrastructure will take time. He remarked that significant gaps remain due to neglect over the past decade, but assured that the present dispensation has renewed its focus on the development of Chenab and Pir Panjal regions.

The delegation also expressed gratitude to Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and MLA Banihal Sajad Shaheen for their efforts toward the establishment of a proposed university campus in the area. Gupta emphasized that the initiative would play a transformative role in bringing quality higher education closer to local youth.

Members of the delegation highlighted several issues, including staff shortages and infrastructural gaps in local dispensaries, schools and condition of roads. Gupta assured them that these concerns would be taken up with Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary for prompt redressal.

Reaffirming the party’s commitment, Gupta stressed that inclusive development and improved public service delivery remain top priorities of the government. He asked the party cadre to gear up for the upcoming elections of Panchayats and Urban Local Bodies. 

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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