JAMMU: Speaker, Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly (JKLA), Abdul Rahim Rather, today chaired a meeting to review the progress of works on new Assembly complex here. The meeting was attended by Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo; Secretary, PWD (R&B), Bhupinder Kumar; Secretary, Law, Achal Sethi; Secretary, Legislative Assembly,  Manoj Kumar Pandit; DG Finance (Budget), Mohammad Sultan; Chief Engineer, R&B and other senior officers.

During the meeting, the Speaker took comprehensive review of present status of works and other related aspects of the new Legislative Assembly Complex building. He also reviewed the financial progress on the project. He also took first hand appraisal from different quarters regarding various issues hindering smooth execution of the project.

During the meeting, the Secretary, R&B assured the Speaker that he will respond to the observation of Finance Department within two days after which Secretary law will take up the matter with the competent Authority for Approval of Revised DPR within weeks time.

The Speaker directed the officers of concerned executing agency to expedite the process of restarting the construction works on the project so that it can be completed within stipulated timeframe. He impressed upon them to mobilise men and machinery for timely completion of the project. The Speaker stressed on the executing agency to ensure that every aspect of the work meets the highest standards of quality, safety and efficiency.

During the meeting, Secretary R&B assured the Speaker that the department will take all necessary measures to complete the project within fixed timeframe. Later, the Speaker Legislative Assembly also visited the new Legislative Assembly Complex and held detailed inspection of different sections of the building.

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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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