UDHAMPUR: Deputy Commissioner, Udhampur, Saloni Rai today conducted a city tour of Domail Chowk and its adjoining areas to review civic amenities and address public grievances.

During the visit, the DC directed the Chief Executive Officer Municipality to ensure proper lighting at the Martyr Memorial Chowk Domail to enhance its visibility and maintain its sanctity. She emphasized the need for proactive measures to address civic issues in the area.

The DC instructed the concerned officers to decongest and clear choked drains in the vicinity to prevent water logging and ensure smooth drainage. She also directed the Jal Shakti Department to repair damaged pipelines and stop leakages immediately to ensure uninterrupted water supply.

The DC assured that the matter regarding the construction of a passage from the Sports Stadium to TCP would be taken up with the concerned authorities for timely redressal. GREF authorities were asked to decongest lanes alongside the National Highway to ease traffic movement and improve overall connectivity.

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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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