In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
  • Council lauds district admin for effective mitigation measures during August rains, floods

KATHUA: Chairman District Development Council Col. (Retd), Mahan Singh today chaired a meeting of the Council to assess the physical and financial progress of works being executed under the District Capex Budget 2025-26.

The meeting was attended by DDC Vice Chairman, Raghunadan Singh; DDC members from Nagri, Billawar, Bani, Keerian Gandyal, Marheen, Gujjroo Nagrota, Dinga Amb and Barnoti, besides ADDC Surinder Mohan Sharma and district and sectoral officers.

At the outset, Chief Planning Officer Ranjit Thakur briefed the Council about the status of 1810 works approved under PRI, BDC, DDC, ABDP and APDP grants. The meeting was informed that out of 1810 works, 1633 have been allotted.

The DDC members emphasised the need to accelerate progress of works and ensure timely redressal of public demands. They also highlighted gaps requiring focused intervention for the effective implementation of schemes at the grassroots level.

The DDC Chairman called for coordinated efforts to create durable public assets within set timelines. He stressed on the need for close collaboration among departments to ensure quality outcomes for the benefit of the public. The DDC Vice Chairman also highlighted the importance of working in unison to improve service delivery and infrastructure across the district. The ADDC Kathua called upon the executing departments to maintain close liaison with the Council members to ensure smooth implementation of the District Capex Plan.

The Council unanimously passed a resolution to place the demand for permanent restoration of public assets damaged due to August rains and floods. The meeting concluded with acknowledgement of the dedicated efforts of the district administration and frontline staff during the recent spell of floods, cloudbursts and continuous rains, ensuring timely response and mitigation measures.

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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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