KULGAM: Deputy Commissioner Kulgam, Shahzad Alam today visited Village Zaipora in Tehsil Devsar to oversee the public reading of the latest digitized Jamabandi and reviewed the progress of revenue-related matters in the area.  The Deputy Commissioner also assessed the pilot implementation of the AgriStack Farmer Registry being undertaken in the village.

During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner inspected various revenue records and interacted with revenue officials to assess the status of record maintenance, digitization, and verification. Stressing the need for accuracy, transparency, and timely updation of land records, he directed officials to ensure error-free records for the benefit of the general public.

He directed the concerned officers to address genuine public grievances in a time-bound manner and ensure efficient delivery of revenue services. The Deputy Commissioner also reviewed the progress of the AgriStack module being implemented on a pilot basis in Village Zaipora for the creation of the Farmer Registry, describing it as a transformative initiative being rolled out across the country to strengthen agricultural governance and farmer-centric services.

Senior officers of the Revenue Department, including the Assistant Commissioner Revenue Kulgam, Tehsildar Devsar, and other field functionaries, accompanied the Deputy Commissioner during the visit.

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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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