• Also assesses progress on key projects, inspects vital facilities

SRINAGAR: Commissioner Secretary, Hospitality and Protocol (H&P), Dr. Rashmi Singh during her two day visit to Kashmir, carried out a detailed review of functioning of department as well as assessed the progress of various ongoing developmental works.

While chairing the review meeting of the department, the Commissioner Secretary urged the engineering divisions to adhere to stipulated timelines and ensure the highest standards of quality in project execution. She reiterated the department’s commitment to excellence in hospitality and the provision of top-notch services to all stakeholders. She emphasized on the importance of modernization and preservation of department’s heritage assets.

During the meeting, the Commissioner Secretary also reviewed progress of ongoing works and issued instructions to officers of executing agencies to complete all pending works timely. During the visit, the Commissioner Secretary conducted on-site inspection of the Banquet Hall Srinagar and took stock of its facilities. She gave instructions for preparation of comprehensive Detailed Project Report for its upgradation.

She asked them to focus on transforming the Banquet Hall into a modern, multi-functional facility, equipped with cutting-edge furniture, advanced audio-visual (AV) systems and video conferencing capabilities. Dr. Rashmi Singh emphasized on the need to integrate state-of-the-art design elements to meet the demands of meetings, conferences and events.

The Commissioner Secretary also visited Strong-cum-Display Room at the H&P Store Complex, Gupkar Road here and inspected the facility thoroughly housing heritage assets. Dr. Singh highlighted the need to incorporate robust safety and security features to ensure the protection of these valuable items. She emphasized on installation of various security features like Surveillance System, Access Control system, Alarm Systems, Lighting and Display at the facility.

The Commissioner Secretary during the visit, also conducted site inspection of department’s land  in Awantipora. Interacting with officers on the occasion, Dr. Rashmi Singh emphasized on them to ensure effective utilisation of this land. She directed the concerned officers to engage with the Forest Department to address  encumbrances and to explore feasible strategies for leveraging the land for future departmental projects and initiatives. Director H&P, Ashwani Khajuria; Joint Director H&P, Kashmir,  Fayaz Ahmad Fayaz; ADC Awantipora, Tehsildar Awantipora, and other officers were also present on the occasion.

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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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