SRINAGAR: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, on Wednesday directed executing agencies to expedite the completion of projects under the Srinagar Metropolitan Region Development Authority (SMRDA) scheme and ensure that all pending works are completed before the end of the current financial year.

Emphasizing adherence to timelines, the Divisional Commissioner urged agencies to fast-track projects that are nearing completion, keeping in view the expenditure cap of the allotted funds.

During the review meeting, the Divisional Commissioner assessed the physical and financial progress of several  projects, including Transport Nagar at Parimpora; community facilities at Bemina, Chattabal, and Noorbagh; development of Bairam Hills; and the Shopping Complex-cum-Marriage Hall at Nowhatta.

He also reviewed a few projects in Bandipora and Ganderbal, which, as informed by the concerned authorities, are being taken forward for completion with revised expenditure approvals.

He further directed the concerned departments to formally close projects that could not be taken up due to feasibility constraints. The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Akshay Labroo; Commissioner Srinagar Municipal Corporation; Chief Engineer R&B, Chief Town Planner, officers of SDA and SMRDA. 

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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.

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