SRINAGAR: Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, on Monday welcomed the 329 newly appointed Junior Engineers (Civil) and expressed confidence that they will uphold the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and dedication in public service.

The Jal Shakti Department has issued appointment orders to the 329 appointees out of 346 candidates selected by the J&K Services Selection Board. They have been posted in various wings of the department to augment technical manpower.

Rana appreciated the JKSSB for completing the selection process in a transparent and time-bound manner and for promptly furnishing the select list to the department. He also acknowledged the Criminal Investigation Department for expeditiously completing the character and antecedent verification of all 329 selected candidates, which facilitated timely issuance of appointment orders.

Additional Chief Secretary, Jal Shakti Department, Shaleen Kabra, has also extended his best wishes to the new appointees. He said they are expected to discharge their duties with integrity and commitment to ensure efficient, effective and quality service delivery in the larger public interest.

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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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