SRINAGAR: Additional Chief Secretary (ACS), Jal Shakti, Shaleen Kabra today chaired a meeting at Civil Secretariat here to review the progress on implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) across Kashmir province.

The meeting was attended by MD JJM, Dr. G.N Ittoo; Chief Engineers of PHE and I&FC of Jammu/Kashmir, Director Planning, Superintending Engineers and Executive Engineers of all wings of Kashmir division and other concerned officers.

During the meeting, the ACS took detailed assessment on progress of JJM mission, development of sources, Electro-Mechanical works, Har Ghar Jal Certification, progress on languishing projects under CAPEX and NABARD schemes as well as  consultant reports and third party monitoring reports.

During the review, the ACS expressed satisfaction with the progress made in the implementation of JJM but emphasized on the need for faster execution of works and better coordination between various agencies involved. He stressed upon the officers for completion of JJM mission as per the assigned time line.

The ACS also called upon the MD JJM and Superintending Engineers for completion of Har  Gar Jal certification process on priority. He also called upon the officers for maintaining quality of works while executing these projects. He further asked them to put all work details including e-tendering process in public domain for information of general masses.

The ACS urged the officers to expedite the ongoing works at all major project sites in order to meet the assigned timeline. He also emphasized on utilizing modern technology for real-time monitoring of water quality and distribution. The ACS stressed on the officers for prompt redressal of grievances related to water quality. During the meeting, MD JJM gave a detailed presentation on progress made on implementation of JJM across Kashmir province.

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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.

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