BANDIPORA: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Manzoor Ahmad Qadri, on Monday chaired a meeting to review the action plan for the effective implementation of the scheme aimed at the Revival, Restoration, Preservation, and Maintenance of Ancient Cultural Heritage in Bandipora.

Chief Planning Officer Bandipora Mohammad Maqbool Lone, briefed the chair on the initiatives undertaken for the revival, restoration, and preservation of the district’s architectural and cultural heritage. He highlighted the progress made so far, including the submission of 12 Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) by the concerned agencies.

The DC emphasized the need to consult experts for the efficient and transparent execution of projects, ensuring that the aesthetic and historical significance of the heritage sites is preserved.  He urged the officials from the Tourism Department to work in close coordination with the district administration, assuring full support from the administration to maximize the benefits and outcomes of the initiative.

During the meeting, the Executive Engineer R&B Gurez Division informed that sufficient funds have been allocated for the restoration of Ziyarat Shareef Baba Darvesh Rehmitulla in Dawar Gurez. He assured that the work on the site would be undertaken with utmost dedication and commitment.

The meeting was attended by ADDC, Mohammad Ashraf Bhatt,  CEO Bandipora, Ex. Engineer R&B, Deputy Director Tourism, and other concerned officers from various departments. Additionally, Ex. Engineer Special Sub Division R&B Gurez and Ex. Engineer Sumbal 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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