BANDIPORA: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Manzoor Ahmad Qadri today convened a meeting of the District Level Committee to discuss Change of Land Use (CLU) cases within the district. During the meeting, two CLU cases were presented for review.

After threadbare discussions, the committee approved both the cases.  The DC stressed the importance of adhering to established guidelines and policies while evaluating CLU applications. He directed the concerned to ensure the timely issuance of No Objection Certificates (NOCs) to applicants, after  proper verification of all documents. 

He emphasised diligence and transparency in the processing of CLU cases to uphold the integrity of the change of land use policy. Among others, Additional Deputy Commissioner Zaffar Husson Shawl, Assistant Commissioner Revenue Shabir Ahmad Wani, and other concerned officers were present besides  Sub-Divisional Magistrate Sumbal Murtaza Ahmad Sheikh and other concerned officers from Sumbal Sub division  participated virtually.

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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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