KATHUA: As part of its outreach initiative, the District Administration Kathua organized a Mega Block Diwas at Basohli, today. The event witnessed participation of local MLA Darshan Singh, DDC Chairman Mahan Singh, Deputy Commissioner Kathua Dr. Rakesh Minhas, and officials from district and sectoral departments. Speaking at the event, MLA Basohli Darshan Singh stressed the importance of accelerating the project implementation under Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) to address the pressing drinking water needs of the hilly Basohli constituency.

The DDC Chairman appreciated the Block Diwas initiative as an effective means to understand ground realities. He emphasized the need to resolve issues such as release of pending land compensation and to expedite development projects. He commended the efforts of the Deputy Commissioner in repairing hand pumps, providing much-needed relief to water-deficient areas. He also called for expediting ongoing construction of health sub-centers, filling vacant posts of doctors and paramedical staff in health institutions.

DC Kathua Dr. Rakesh Minhas announced several key initiatives to enhance the facilities in Basohli, including Provision of an ambulance under CSR and a Hearse Van next month, besides ensuring immediate functioning of the ultrasound machine in Basohli hospital. He further assured the commissioning of the toilet complex in Basohli town and passed a slew of instructions for early completion of the filtration plant, Installation of adequate seating arrangements at the ADC Basohli office complex for public convenience.

The DC further assured installation of streetlights and high-mast lighting from Purthu to Atal Setu to improve the town’s aesthetic ambiance. Earlier, Executive Engineer, Jal Shakti Department reported that seven water supply schemes under the Jal Jeevan Mission will be completed by December, with an additional ten schemes by January 2025.  The event also featured 15 departmental stalls providing on-the-spot assistance and showcasing welfare schemes to the public.

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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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