JAMMU: The Commissioner of Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC), Dr. Devansh Yadav today conducted an extensive inspection tour of Ward Nos. 12, 13, 14 and 19, covering the areas including Gumat Bazaar, Bhagat Singh Chowk Jewel, Dogra Chowk, M.A Stadium, Science College, Canal Head, Mohinder Nagar, Maheshpura Chowk and adjoining localities.

During the inspection, Dr. Yadav comprehensively reviewed the sanitation scenario, assessing the cleanliness of roads, streets, drains and other public spaces. He also evaluated the progress of ongoing development works and examined the availability, functionality and upkeep of civic amenities being provided to residents.

Emphasizing the need to maintain high standards of hygiene and public health, the Commissioner directed the concerned officials to ensure regular door-to-door garbage collection, effective waste segregation and timely desilting and cleaning of drains to prevent waterlogging and potential health hazards.

As part of the drive, illegal encroachments and unauthorized stalls obstructing footpaths and roadways were removed to restore public spaces and ensure smooth movement of pedestrians and vehicles. Dr. Yadav instructed enforcement teams to remain vigilant and take strict action against repeated violators to prevent re-encroachment.

Interacting with officials and field staff on the spot, the Commissioner stressed the importance of inter-departmental coordination, enhanced ward-level monitoring and the effective execution of sanitation initiatives. He underlined that cleanliness drives should be a continuous process rather than being confined to special campaigns.

Dr. Yadav also appealed to citizens to actively cooperate with the Jammu Municipal Corporation by adopting responsible waste disposal practices and refraining from encroachments. He reiterated JMC’s unwavering commitment to making Jammu a clean, organized and citizen-friendly city.

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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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