RAMBAN: Chairperson District Development Council (DDC) Ramban Dr. Shamshad Shan on Tuesday inaugurated the construction of a vital 1.5 km link road from Gool Jabbar (Tungwalli) to Gujjer Galli in Subdivision Gool. The project, funded under the UT sector with an allocation of Rs. 58.5 lakhs, is being executed by the Public Works Department (PWD) Division Ramban.

The Chairperson highlighted that this road PROJECT will fulfill a long-standing demand of the local residents, significantly improving connectivity and accessibility to the area. She called upon PWD engineers to maintain high standards of work to ensure lasting benefits for the community.

During the visit, Dr. Shan also engaged with local residents to hear their developmental needs and concerns. In response to issues raised, she directed the Jal Shakti Department to ensure an adequate supply of drinking water for the area. Assistant Engineer PWD Subdivision Gool, Tariq Ahmed, along with engineers from the Jal Shakti Department, prominent citizens, and locals were present to witness the event.

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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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