RAMBAN:  Chairperson, District Development Council (DDC), Ramban, Dr. Shamshad Shan, today initiated the commencement of construction work on a crucial 3 km link road connecting Hamsheela to Ghagra village Bhimdassa block Dharam. This significant infrastructure development project, with an allotted 5.91crore, is being undertaken under NABARD by the Public Works Department.

Highlighting the importance of this endeavor, Dr. Shamshad Shan remarked that upon completion, the link road will address a longstanding demand of the area, substantially improving the lives of local residents by enhancing connectivity and accessibility. She urged the engineers of the PWD to uphold rigorous standards to ensure that the project benefits the multitude of individuals relying on the road network in the vicinity.

The Chairperson also took the opportunity to engage with members of the community, attentively listening to their concerns and developmental needs, reaffirming her commitment to addressing their grievances and fostering inclusive development. Assistant Engineer PWD Sub Division Gool Tariq Ahmed, Engineers of PWD, Haris Majeed, Nadeem Shah, prominent citizens, and the general public were present on the occasion.

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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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