BANDIPORA: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Manzoor Ahmad Qadri, convened a meeting on Saturday to deliberate on the Comprehensive District Survey Report (DSR) prepared by the Department of Geology and Mining, Bandipora.  The meeting analyzed the findings of the DSR and discussed its implications for the development of the district.

On the occasion, the DC urged the concerned officers to provide inputs and suggestions on leveraging the DSR findings to address local challenges and opportunities effectively.  He remarked that the DSR offers valuable insights into the geology, mining potential, and natural resources of the district. He emphasized that the findings of the report would play a pivotal role in informing future planning and decision-making processes for development of the district.

Furthermore, the DC directed the District Mineral Officer to take stringent measures to curb illegal mineral extraction across the district. He instructed all concerned officers to maintain close coordination and promptly address bottlenecks to ensure that the general public does not face any inconvenience.

The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Bandipora, Zaffar Husson Shawl, District Mineral Officer (DMO), Chief Agriculture Officer, Chief Horticulture Officer, AD Fisheries, Tehsildars, and Executive Engineers from the Irrigation & Flood Control and Roads & Buildings (R&B) Departments. 

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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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