• Instructs to scale up the pace of work with emphasis on meeting macadamization targets

KULGAM: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan today convened a meeting of officers to review the physical and financial status of works under the Roads and Buildings (R&B) department and the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY). Executive Engineers from R&B and PMGSY briefed the chair about the progress made on various roads and buildings projects.

During the meeting, the DC stressed the need to accelerate the pace of ongoing projects, particularly focusing on meeting the macadamization targets set for the current year. The DC directed the concerned officers to ensure timely execution of all works, emphasizing the importance of quality and accountability in the process.

Later, the DC chaired a separate meeting with officers from (KPDCL) to assess the power supply situation in the district. He instructed the concerned to ensure smooth and scheduled power supply to all areas of Kulgam. The DC also reviewed progress made on construction of NH-444 Brazloo Bridge and instructed the concerned to ensure earliest completion of the bridge. The meeting was attended by ACR, JDP and Executive Engineers from R&B, PMGSY, NH 444 besides BDOs and other officers.

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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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