SRINAGAR: Director Colleges, Dr. Sheikh Ajaz Bashir conducted a two day visit to newly established Degree Colleges (GDCs) of North Kashmir to review the overall functioning of these colleges and take stock of ongoing works. He was accompanied by Executive Engineer R&B , AD Planning, officers of Housing Board, Revenue and SICOP.

At GDC Dangiwacha, Director colleges took note of delay in construction of main academic block of the college. He asked the Principal to expedite the acquisition of approach road so that the prefabricated huts constructed at the college site are put to immediate use by shifting the college there without further delay. Director Colleges also interacted with Civil Society Dangiwacha and asked them for support in operationalizing the college.

While taking a stock of developmental works at Govt. Degree College Hadipora, Director Colleges asked the Executive Engineer, Housing Board to expedite the works of ongoing projects and sort the issues raised by the Principal so that the funds are utilized in time.

At GDC Bommai , Director Colleges inspected the construction site and said that the slow pace of work on main building of the college is a major area of concern. Superintendent Engineer R&B assured him that the construction work will be paced up to cover up for the delay. At GDC Thindim, Kreeri, Housing Board representatives assured that the construction on phase-II of main building will start within a fortnight as the tender process has been finalized.

Director Colleges also visited GDC Sopore to have an on the spot assessment regarding long pending issue of incomplete work of Girls Hostel. Executive Engineer R&B assured him that the Department will assess the construction work and suggest a way forward to ensure the resolution of this long pending issue. Director Colleges also held interaction with faculty and students during the visits and asked the Principals to ensure that the colleges start functioning from pre-fab structures till the buildings are handed over.

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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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