SRINAGAR: Several deputations today called on Minister of Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmad Rana, at Civil Secretariat here and raised several demands and grievances. The deputations projected the issues of public importance concerning their respective localities and sought intervention of the Minister in redressal of the same.

A delegation from Nagrota block led by former Minister, Yogesh Sawhney, highlighted the issues of water shortage and poor road connectivity in their areas saying that the condition of roads is dilapidated causing inconvenience to the commuters.

Another delegation of Engineers who were engaged under the erstwhile ā€˜Self Help Group of Engineers Scheme’ (SHGES) demanded restoration of the scheme. They said that the scheme was an alternative to regular employment for unemployed engineering graduates in the region and the same be restored to ease their living.

Similarly, other delegations and individuals also called on the Minister and raised several issues pertaining to their areas. Rana gave a patient hearing to all of them and assured that the projected issues will be taken up at the appropriate level for early redressal.

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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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