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  • Lays foundation stones of various projects, also inaugurates several developmental works

JAMMU: Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Transport, Information Technology, Youth Services and Sports, Satish Sharma today conducted an extensive development tour of Chhamb Constituency, inaugurating and laying foundation stones for a series of public welfare projects aimed at strengthening local infrastructure and improving civic amenities.

During the tour, the Minister inaugurated the macadamization works at Mohalla Bodh Raj, Gajuban and enhancement work of Shmashan Ghat near Mata Mandir Dhaleri. He also laid the foundation stone for Guest House near the BDO Office, Khour, which will serve as a facility for visiting officials and general public.

Satish Sharma further inaugurated the construction work of a lane and drain at Rakh Malal and also laid the foundation stone of Community Hall at Jai Baba Kaliveer Dev Sathan, Mattoo, reaffirming the Government’s resolve to ensure inclusive growth and development across all regions.

Speaking on the occasion, the Minister highlighted the Government’s focus on balanced and need-based development in both rural and urban areas. He said that these initiatives are part of a broader effort to enhance public convenience, boost civic infrastructure, and encourage community participation in development activities.

During his interaction with local residents and officers, Satish Sharma directed concerned departments to ensure expeditious completion of all ongoing works with strict adherence to quality standards.

Later, the Minister held a Public Darbar at Mattoo village, where he listened to public issues and grievances, assuring that necessary measures would be taken for their timely redressal. Senior officers from district administration and concerned departments accompanied the Minister during the tour.

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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