SAMBA: Deputy Commissioner Samba, Abhishek Sharma, today chaired the Block Divas at Panchayat Rehain.  The event saw active participation from DDC members, ACR, Exen Jal Shakti, Tehsildar, BDO, AEE PDD, CDPO, former PRIs and a large number of locals.

Several issues were raised by the general public during the Block Divas, including unsafe condition of a health department building, additional inclusion of beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), pending payments under Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM), demarcation of land near the cremation ground, water supply shortage, and replacement of a damaged transformer at Panjtila.

Responding to these issues, the DC directed the Executive Engineer PWD to submit a report on the status of the health department building. He also instructed the Tehsildar to carry out the demarcation and fencing of state land near the cremation ground. The BDO was directed to expedite the release of payments to genuine beneficiaries under the SBM after thorough verification. Additionally, the Exen Jal Shakti was tasked with ensuring water supply to every household under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM). The DC also ordered the replacement of the damaged transformer at Panjtila and the appointment of a new Namberdar at Rehian. The DC urged the officers to remain vigilant and proactive in addressing the community's needs.

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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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