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RAMBAN: Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Alyas Khan today visited various locations along the Ramban-Banihal stretch of NH-44 to review the progress of   ongoing four-laning work and assess the status of critical infrastructure projects.

The Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by SSP Arun Gupta; SSP Traffic NHW Raja Adil Hamid; SDM Ramsoo Sayed Mazahir Hussain Shah; PD NHAI Shubham Yadav and other officers and representatives of the executing agencies.

The Deputy Commissioner inspected the progress of construction works related to major viaducts and tunnels at Maroge, Digdole, Khuni Nallah, Panthyal, Magerkote, Nachilana, Gangroo and other locations along the highway.

He took detailed feedback from NHAI officials and construction agencies regarding the physical progress of works, timelines and issues affecting the pace of execution. He directed the concerned agencies to expedite the ongoing works while ensuring strict adherence to prescribed quality standards, safety protocols and timelines.

The Deputy Commissioner directed the construction agencies to speed up the progress of construction work to complete the prestigious national project within the prescribed timeline. He also stressed the need for close coordination among NHAI, executing agencies and concerned departments to address bottlenecks promptly and ensure uninterrupted progress of the prestigious four-laning project.

He also inspected the measures being undertaken by NHAI and the executing agencies for stabilization and protection of landslide-prone areas and other vulnerable locations along the highway. He directed the concerned agencies to strengthen slope stabilization, drainage and other preventive measures, particularly at vulnerable stretches, to ensure the safety of commuters and minimize disruption to traffic.

The Deputy Commissioner emphasized that all necessary precautionary and mitigation measures should be taken proactively, especially in view of the challenging terrain and weather conditions in the district.

He further directed the concerned officers to maintain regular monitoring of the project sites and ensure timely completion of the works in accordance with the approved schedules.

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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.

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