ANANTNAG: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today visited Machbawan and Martand in Mattan to inspect the construction work on transit accommodation being raised for the Kashmiri Migrant employees under PM package. The Deputy Chief Minister, after attending the Cabinet Ministers' meeting, conducted field inspection of transit accommodation being created for the Kashmiri Migrant employees.

During the inspection, the Dy CM was informed that out of 15 blocks at Machbawan and Martand, 10 blocks have been completed while 5 blocks are under progress with over 70 percent target achieved under the project. Highlighting the importance of timely completion of the project, the Dy CM emphasised on ensuring quality compliance for creation of reliable housing infrastructure.

ā€œIt should be our prime concern to ensure expeditious completion of the ongoing projects so that the purpose behind such vital works is met in letter and spirit,ā€ maintained the Dy CM. Choudhary directed for timely completion and strict monitoring of the progress of under construction blocks. The Dy CM directed the executing agency to complete the work on the approach road to the transit accommodation and boundary wall, simultaneously.

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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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