SRINAGAR: Several deputations and individuals from across Jammu and Kashmir today met Minister for Jal Shakti, Forests and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmad Rana, here and projected their issues and concerns while seeking speedy redressal of the same.

The deputations who called on the Minister included Employees of J&K State Forest Corporation (SFC), All J&K  Rehbar-e-Janglat Employees Association (AJKRJEA), Retired Opted (SFC) GLU Employees  of Forest  Department, delegations of Gujjar Bakerwal Community from Jammu.

The deputations from Gujjar Bakerwal Community from Jammu, raised key developmental issues of Jammu region including  no hostel building for Gujjar Bakerwal PG Boys in Jammu, limited hostel seats, creation of post of Warden, Engagement of Security Guard, Cook, unemployment and other issues being faced by the youth of Gujjars Bakerwals.

Another deputation of Employees of Forest Development Corporation projected various issues regarding implementation of 7th pay Commission, DPC of remaining cadres and functioning  of key officers  at Srinagar. They expressed hope that the government will consider redressal of their issues and concerns on priority.

A deputation of Advocates under banner of AJKRJEA also highlighted their demands regarding delay in regularization of Rehbar-E-Janglat  policy and other issues. While interacting with the deputations, the Minister assured them that the government is committed to redress all their pending issues in a phased manner. He said that all their genuine demands and grievances would be examined and resolved on priority basis.

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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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