• Urges Officers to ensure completion of projects within the stipulated time frame

BANDIPORA: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Manzoor Ahmad Qadri along with Chairman District Development Council (DDC), Ab Gani Bhat, conducted an extensive field tour of Naidkhai, Gund Jahangeer, Hajin, and other adjacent areas on Saturday.  The tour aimed to review the progress of ongoing developmental projects and works in the region.

The DC visited several key locations, including the BDO Office Naidkhai, Gulabwari Naidkhai, Saddatpora, Gund Jahangeer, Municipality Office Hajin, Tehsil Office Hajin, Public Parks in Markundal and Nesbal, and the under-construction playfield at Nesbal. During the visit, the DC engaged with locals, listened to their grievances, and assured swift redressal of issues. 

At Naidkhai, the public raised concerns about the upgradation of the Khuemeni road, the Patwar Khana, and other important public matters, the DC assured that these concerns would be addressed on priority. While inspecting the Saddatpora Naidkhai water supply scheme constructed at a cost of Rs.999.30 lakh, the DC was informed that 100% of the civil work has been completed, along with 60% of the mechanical work. The scheme is expected to be completed by December this year.

At the drainage work going on at Gund Jahangeer, the DC directed the concerned departments to expedite the shifting of utilities and complete the work within the set timeline. He also urged officials to finalize the necessary requirements and formalities for the widening and upgradation of the Hajin-Markundal road. At the under-construction additional office accommodation in Hajin, the DC directed the Executive Engineer R&B Sumbal  to enhance the pace of work and make the building functional.

While assessing the progress of the public park at Markundal, the DC was informed that the park is being constructed at an estimated cost of Rs.3.20 crore, with work of  Rs1.20 crore already completed. The DC also visited the under-construction public park and playfield at Nesbal to review the progress of these projects.

Emphasizing the importance of developmental works in improving the quality of life for the public, the DC directed officers to remain diligent and ensure the timely completion of all projects while adhering to the highest quality standards. Among others, the DC was accompanied by SDM Sumbal, ACD, CPO, Tehsildar Hajin, ExEn R&B Sumbal, and other concerned officials.

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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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