UDHAMPUR: Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Saloni Rai chaired a comprehensive review meeting of officers from various line departments to assess the physical and financial progress achieved under the District Capex Budget, Aspirational Block Development Programme, Aspirational Panchayat Development Programme and Block-wise status of other works .

The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner, Rajinder Singh; Chief Planning Officer, Mohd Iqbal and other senior officers of the concerned departments, besides all Block Development Officers. At the onset, the ADDC provided an overview of the progress of projects initiated under the District Capex Budget.

The DC took a detailed review of each project undertaken by the executing agencies, emphasizing the need for timely completion of pending works. She urged the departments to expedite the remaining works  to meet stipulated deadlines. Directing the BDOs, DC called for an accelerated pace in project implementation, emphasizing strict adherence to timelines. BDOs were instructed to prioritize the tendering, allotment and commencement of any pending projects.

The DC also highlighted the importance of improving expenditure bookings, setting a target for at least 70% of expenditure booking to be achieved. Stressing on quality control, she directed the executing agencies to conduct regular site visits to ensure that all work maintains high standards and is completed without compromise on quality.

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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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