SHOPIAN: The District Development Commissioner (DDC) Shopian, Mohammad Shahid Saleem Dar today chaired a meeting of officers to review the progress of works under the District Capex for the ongoing year (2024-25) and proposals for next year (2025-26) under UT/ District Capex. At the outset, DDC was apprised about the details of current year UT/ Capex works by officers including works taken up sector wise, along with financial implications and their desired outputs.

The DDC emphasized the need for efficiency in the project lifecycle, exhorting officials to expedite the execution process within the time. On the occasion, DDC sought sector wise plan proposals for next year, 2025-26 from sector and district officers while asking them to prioritise important and flagship projects under both District and UT Capex including works which have significant impact for public benefit. The meeting was attended by JDP (CPO), CEO, CMO, DYSSO, CEO, MC, Executive Engineers, DFO, AEEs and DIO.

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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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