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JAMMU: J&K BJP senior leader and MLA Bahu Ch. Vikram Randhawa held a public grievance camp at BJP headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, and listened to the issues and demands raised by people from different areas. J&K BJP Swachh Bharat Abhiyan Convenor Er. Dil Bahadur Singh Jamwal and Co-convenor Er. T.K. Sharma accompanied the MLA and assisted in coordinating the proceedings.

Deputations from Nanak Nagar Sector-6, Extension Trikuta Nagar, Vijay Nagar Talab Tillo and Bawe sought construction and improvement of lanes and drains in their respective areas. A deputation from Sanjay Nagar demanded replacement of worn-out electric wires in Sector 4. Residents from Trikuta Nagar Sector-9, Sunjawan and Extension Sainik Colony near Heritage School raised issues related to repair and replacement of non-functional streetlights.

A deputation from Janipur Colony sought repair of an electric transformer, while residents from Nanak Nagar requested installation of iron gratings over open drains. Deputations from Gandhi Nagar, Sanjay Nagar and Preet Nagar apprised the MLA about drinking water scarcity in their areas. Residents of Rajiv Nagar raised the issue of encroachment on a nallah, while a deputation from Sunjawan sought installation of additional electric poles.

Ch. Vikram Randhawa said that public representatives must remain accessible to citizens and ensure that genuine local concerns are taken up with the concerned departments. He said that issues related to roads, drainage, electricity, drinking water, streetlights and sanitation directly affect the daily lives of people and therefore require sustained follow-up rather than temporary attention.

Randhawa said that the concerns raised by the deputations would be taken up with the concerned authorities for necessary examination and action as per the applicable rules and procedures. He also emphasized that nallahs and drainage channels should remain free from obstruction and encroachment, particularly in view of the risks associated with waterlogging and heavy rainfall.

Er. Dil Bahadur Singh Jamwal said that the grievance camp provided an opportunity to the people to share their issues. He added that at the same time it lets the party to understand their issues at the ground level and take them up systematically with the concerned departments. Er. T.K. Sharma said that the complaints received from different localities would be followed up with the respective agencies so that legitimate public concerns receive due consideration and timely action.

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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