JAMMU: Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (NC) Joint Secretary, Central Zone, M.K. Rana highlighted the various welfare schemes launched by the Omar Abdullah-led Government for the empowerment of women, financial assistance to senior citizens, and employment opportunities for the youth.

Addressing a public meeting at Bajad Mohalla, Panchayat Jandial, Block Mathwar, Mr. Rana said that the government's priority is to ensure inclusive development and improve the living standards of all sections of society through people-centric welfare programmes.

During the meeting, Mr. Rana criticized the local BJP MLA for what he described as unfulfilled promises regarding development, stating that the promised works are not visible on the ground.

The local residents raised the issue of the poor condition of the Daber–Mehra Road in Ramnagar, demanding the construction and upgradation of the approximately 1,600-metre stretch, which they said has caused inconvenience to commuters for a long time.

Responding to the demand, Mr. Rana assured the people that he would take up the matter with the concerned Minister and make every effort to ensure that the road project is considered and addressed at the earliest.

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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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