• Emphasises pedestrian safety, plans new development projects during town Visit

POONCH: District Development Commissioner Vikas Kundal today visited key locations in Poonch town, focusing on infrastructure and cleanliness initiatives. During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by ACR Poonch, Tehsildar Haveli, EO Municipality, members of the Beopar Mandal and other administrative officers and officials assessed the drainage system and various municipal points at the bus stand.

The DC stressed the critical need for maintaining cleanliness in public areas, which is essential for health and hygiene, especially in busy market zones and also noted the challenges pedestrians face due to obstructions created by shop displays spilling onto walkways.

The Deputy Commissioner urged shopkeepers to keep their displays within shop boundaries to facilitate easier movement for pedestrians. Discussions also centered on a new project aimed at improving market conditions, ensuring a more organized and accessible environment for local residents and visitors alike.

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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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