JAMMU: To improve civic amenities in the city, Commissioner Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC), Dr. Devansh Yadav today chaired a meeting of officers and officials of Electrical wing to review the status of repair and maintenance of street lights.

During the meeting, the Commissioner took strong note of the non-functional street lights reported from various parts of Jammu city. Expressing displeasure over negligence in timely repair and monitoring, Dr. Yadav ordered the suspension of three employees of the street light repair wing and attached them to the Kot Bhalwal dumping site till further orders.

The Commissioner emphasized that street lighting is a critical component of urban infrastructure, directly linked with the safety and convenience of citizens. He pointed out that poorly lit streets not only cause inconvenience to the public but also pose security risks concerns especially after dark.

Dr. Yadav directed the officials of Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) and the Executive Engineer (Electric), JMC to ensure immediate redressal of public complaints regarding non-functional street lights. He stressed the need for a robust monitoring system, timely field inspections and strict accountability of field staff.

The Commissioner also instructed that proper maintenance schedules must be followed and faulty lights should be repaired or replaced within a stipulated time frame. Citizens should not be made to wait for basic facilities like functional street lights, he added.

Reiterating JMC’s commitment to strengthening civic services, the Commissioner urged all concerned departments to work in close coordination to improve service delivery and win the trust of the people of Jammu.

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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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