• Stresses transparency, timely clearances

REASI: Deputy Commissioner Reasi Kumar Abhishek today chaired a meeting to review the process for issuance of permissions for construction and reconstruction of commercial and residential structures in rural areas of the district.

The Deputy Commissioner stressed the need for proper scrutiny and transparency in granting permissions for building construction. He directed the concerned officers to conduct joint verification of the proposed construction sites to ensure adherence to prescribed norms and regulations.

The stakeholder departments were further asked to issue No Objection Certificates as per established norms and in a time-bound manner to avoid unnecessary delays in the permission process. The DC emphasized the importance of thoroughly examining building site plans before granting approvals.

To streamline the process and ensure uniformity, the Deputy Commissioner directed the officers to prepare and adopt a common format for issuance of building permissions across all the departments.

He further instructed the officers to verify whether constructions in rural areas are being undertaken with proper permissions and to take appropriate action in case of violations. He emphasized strict monitoring to ensure planned and regulated development in the district. The meeting was attended by ADC Rakesh Kumar, Assistant Commissioner Revenue, SDMs, Tehsildars and BDOs.

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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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