UDHAMPUR: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary today visited the affected stretch of the NH-44 at Thard here and held on-spot assessment of ongoing restoration works. During the visit, Regional Officer, NHAI, R. S. Yadav, , briefed the Deputy Chief Minister about the status of ongoing restoration works, including widening as well as restoration of the second tube of NH-44. He also apprised him about the laying of WBM layer so that the traffic movement can smoothly run and surface is maintained properly.

The Deputy Chief Minister, while interacting with officers of NHAI, directed them to expedite the restoration process for the convenience of commuters and the general public. He further instructed the executing agencies to mobilize men and machinery and work in double shifts for restoration of second tube to ensure timely completion of the works. He stressed that the restoration of safe and smooth connectivity of National Highway remains the top priority of the Government.

Choudhary also appreciated the efforts made Regional Officer NHAI and his entire team for restoration of NH-44. During the visit, the Deputy CM also enquired about the stranded vehicles on NH-44 and directed for smooth facilitation of all these vehicles. Later, the Deputy Chief Minister also interacted with the local residents at Thard, listened to their grievances regarding the damage caused to houses. He assured them that every possible effort is being made by the Government to compensate and rehabilitate the affected families.

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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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