• DC calls for close monitoring of work quality

POONCH: District Development Commissioner Vikas Kundal, conducted a comprehensive review of the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) projects in the district at a meeting held here today. The meeting focused on assessing the physical and financial progress of the road and bridge constructions aimed at enhancing connectivity in the region.

The DDC emphasized the importance of prioritizing road projects that serve over a thousand habitants, followed by those serving Five hundred and then two hundred fifty plus habitants. Key projects discussed included the construction of bridges on routes such as Chandimarh to Dugria, Saila-Marha, as well as the Mandi Fagla road and various other roads and bridges in the district.

The Deputy Commissioner instructed the concerned Assistant Executive Engineers (AEEs) to rigorously monitor the quality of work and directed the Executive Engineer (Xen) to conduct thorough inspections of ongoing bridge constructions. He underscored the necessity of ensuring timely completion of these projects to facilitate improved connectivity for the local populace.

Furthermore, the Deputy Commissioner called for regular monitoring of project progress by the respective officers to guarantee that the benefits of these essential infrastructure developments reach the community without delay. The Deputy Commissioner reinforced the commitment of the district administration to ensure that the benefits of these essential infrastructure developments reach the community without delay.

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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.

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