KATHUA: Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma today chaired a meeting of district officers to review the physical and financial progress achieved under the District Capex Budget 2025-26. The meeting was attended by Chief Planning Officer Ranjeet Thakur, Chief Education Officer Kathua, Chief Medical Officer Kathua, Executive Engineers of RDD and Irrigation, besides other district officers.

At the outset, the Chief Planning Officer briefed the chair regarding the status and progress of various works taken up under the District Capex Budget. The DC conducted a comprehensive review of all ongoing projects and directed the executing agencies to expedite the pace of work to ensure timely completion. He stressed that all works sanctioned under the Capex Budget must be completed within the stipulated timelines.

Highlighting the importance of coordinated and dedicated efforts, the DC underscored the need for effective execution of development projects at the grassroots level. He further instructed all district officers to strictly adhere to set timelines and ensure that no liabilities are carried forward to the next financial year.

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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.

— Team JK Monitor

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