REASI: District Development Commissioner Reasi Kumar Abhishek today chaired a review meeting to assess the progress of road connectivity and infrastructure projects being executed by the Public Works Department (R&B) and Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) across the district.

The meeting focussed on the physical and financial progress of ongoing projects under NABARD, CRIF, bridge projects, UT Capex and PMGSY. The DDC took stock of key road and bridge projects in Reasi, Katra and Mahore divisions, with officials reporting significant progress and a number of works already completed.

Progress of PMGSY projects was also reviewed. Under PMGSY-III, several projects have been completed with work on the remaining progressing steadily. Under PMGSY-IV, new road projects covering remote and far-flung areas have been sanctioned to further strengthen rural connectivity.

The DDC directed executing agencies to expedite work on projects facing delays due to forest clearances, land-related issues and contractor-related constraints and to address bottlenecks through close coordination with departments concerned. Among those present were Chief Planning Officer Reasi, Superintending Engineers of PWD and PMGSY, Executive Engineers and other officers concerned.

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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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