HANDWARA:  In the wake of the severe hailstorm and heavy rains that struck the Rajwar area on Friday, causing extensive damage to agricultural and horticultural crops as well as public infrastructure, the Additional Deputy Commissioner,(ADC), Handwara, Javed Naseem Masoodi, has ordered an immediate joint assessment of the affected areas.

According to an official order issued on June 5, 2026, the Tehsildar Zachaldara, Horticulture Development Officer Rajwar, and Agriculture Extension Officer Rajwar have been directed to conduct a joint spot inspection of the affected villages.  The officers have been tasked with assessing losses to horticultural and agricultural crops and submitting a detailed damage assessment report within three days.

The order further directs the Executive Engineer PMGSY Handwara, Executive Engineer R&B Handwara, Executive Engineer I&FC Handwara, Tehsildar Zachaldara, and Block Development Officer Rajwar to jointly verify damages caused to roads, drainage systems, water channels, and other public infrastructure due to the hailstorm and flash floods.

The concerned officers have been instructed to assess the extent of damage and submit a comprehensive report to the administration within two days.  The order has been issued to ensure timely assessment and facilitate necessary relief and restoration measures in the affected areas.

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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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