In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

DODA: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Doda, Krishan Lal today chaired a review meeting to assess the progress of works being executed under the District Capex Budget 2025–26. At the outset, a detailed sector-wise PowerPoint presentation was given, highlighting the physical and financial progress achieved so far across different departments.

The DDC undertook a thorough sector-wise review covering Irrigation, PWD (R&B), Health, Education, Jal Shakti, PDD, Rural Development Department (RDD), Municipal bodies and other key sectors.

Further, the meeting reviewed the constituency-wise physical and financial status of works under the Constituency Development Fund (CDF). Additionally, the physical and financial progress of projects under SASCI, Heritage and DAJGUA schemes was also assessed in detail to ensure timely implementation and effective utilization of resources.

The works being implemented under the Area Development Plan (DDC Grants, BDC Grants and PRI Grants), besides the Aspirational Block Development Programme and Aspirational Panchayat Development Programme were also reviewed.

The meeting was attended by the CPO, SE Jal Shakti/Hydraulic, SE PWD (R&B), ACD, ACP, CEO, CMO, AD Planning, Executive Engineers of R&B, Gandoh and Bhaderwah, Municipality, besides other concerned officers and officials.

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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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