KUPWARA: Director General, Libraries, Mohammad Rafi, who is also the District Mentor for digitization of revenue records, today chaired a review meeting of concerned officers at the DC Office Complex, Kupwara, to assess the progress of digitization of land records being carried out under the Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP).

During the meeting, the Director General reviewed the status of digitization of land records, scanning of revenue documents, data verification and updation of cadastral maps across the district. He took a detailed appraisal of the progress achieved under the programme and sought updates from the concerned officers regarding the completion of various components of the digitization process.

Emphasizing the importance of maintaining accuracy and transparency, Mohammad Rafi directed the concerned officers to expedite the digitization process while ensuring strict adherence to the prescribed guidelines and quality standards. He stressed that timely completion of the exercise is essential for strengthening land governance and improving the delivery of public services through a modern, transparent and efficient land records management system.

ACR Kupwara, Peerzada Mumtaz Ahmad briefed the chair about the progress made so far, the issues being faced in implementation and the measures being taken to achieve the stipulated targets within the prescribed timeline.

The Director General urged all stakeholders to work in close coordination and ensure the successful implementation of the Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme in the district, enabling hassle-free and transparent access to land records for the public.  The meeting was attended by ADC Kupwara, Gulzar Ahmad Khan, ACR Kupwara, SDM Karnah, Tehsildars, and other concerned officers.

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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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