UDHAMPUR: Deputy Commissioner Udhampur Saloni Rai today listened to the issues and demands of locals at a public outreach camp held at Latti as part of the weekly block Diwas initiative. A large number of residents and officials from across line departments participated in the event. During the interactive session, former PRI members and  locals projected several demands seeking forest clearance of the road from Sira to Shivgali, establishment of a sports stadium in the area to promote sports activities, establishment  Kendriya Vidyalaya, introduction of a bus service from Ramnagar to Latti,  provision of ultrasound machine and  up-gradation of PHC Latti to a Community Health Centre and appointment of a veterinary doctor at Latti and Dudu. They also demanded measures to augment  water supply, construction of Panchayat Ghar and a health sub-centre at Latti B, Installation of a mobile tower at Dudu to improve connectivity, establishment of a potato farming house at Latti to support local farmers.  

The DC assured the locals of timely redressal of their issues. She emphasized the administration’s commitment to improving connectivity and infrastructure in remote areas. She also briefed the participants about the Mission Yuva baseline survey and the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, urging them to take maximum benefit of these initiatives. The DC informed the gathering about proposed road projects aimed at boosting connectivity and promoting economic growth in the region.

Later, the DC visited PHC Latti and enquired about the facilities being provided to patients and held interaction with farmers producing onion crop and participated in signature campaign against narcotics and drug abuse.  The program witnessed active participation of Additional Deputy Commissioner, Prem Singh, SDM Dudu Dr Manmeet Kumar  and officers of various departments.

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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.

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