UDHAMPUR: Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Saloni Rai today chaired the District Level Aadhaar Monitoring Committee meeting here at  Mini Conference Hall  DC Office Complex Udhampur. The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner Rajinder Singh; PO Poshan Subhash Chander Dogra; Assistant Commissioner Development Dr. Ranjit Singh Kotwal; Chief Medical Officer Dr. Anil Manhas; Chief Education Officer, Block Development Officers and State Project Manager UIDAI through virtual mode & other concerned officers.

The DC reviewed the current status of Aadhaar enrolment across 0-5 years, 5-18 years and above 18 years categories. During the meeting, she inquired about the challenges in achieving 100% Aadhaar enrolment for the 0-5 year age group. PO Poshan Nodal Officer Aadhaar saturation highlighted delays in Aadhaar enrolment caused due to late issuance of birth certificates in favour of the newly born children.

To address this issue, the DC directed the Chief Medical Officer to establish a facilitation center at hospitals for the early registration of the details of the newly born children on the portal for issuance of birth certificates by the concerned registrars. She also instructed CEOs of Municipal Committees & Block Development Officers to ensure timely approval and issuance of birth certificates with minimal delays.

The Chief Education Officer was directed to conduct a survey in schools to identify students without Aadhaar cards and prepare a roster for organizing camps for Aadhaar enrolment and updation. The DC emphasized to sensitize the general public regarding mandatory Aadhaar updates of all those persons to update their Aadhaar cards issued 10 years ago. DC called for collaborative efforts among all stakeholders to overcome existing bottlenecks & achieving saturation in Aadhaar enrolment in the district.

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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.

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