UDHAMPUR: Acting on the directives of District session Court and under the supervision of Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Saloni Rai, a joint team comprising officers from the Municipal Council, Revenue and Police departments took formal custody of the Riwaayat Banquet Hall following the expiry of its tender period.

The operation was led by Executive Officer Municipal Council Vishal Sadhotra, Tehsildar and the Station House Officer. With the tender period over, the Municipal Council has reclaimed the facility to assess and strategize its future use to best serve the public interest.

EO Vishal Sadhotra emphasized that individuals who have pre-existing bookings at Riwaayat Banquet Hall should contact the Municipal Council Office for guidance and assistance. The Council is committed to addressing public inquiries and ensuring smooth support during this transition phase.

Pertinent to mention here that the tender for Leasing out Multipurpose Hall was  floated in the year 2016-17 for  a period of 5 to 7 years. The tender was successfully awarded to Mr. Bikram Singh Slathia.  In this regard, Bikram Singh Slathia filed a case in the District  Court on 8-8-2023 but final verdict was granted by the court in favour of MC Udhampur and the petitioner was asked to vacate the building and clear all its pending dues.

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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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