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KUPWARA: The Vice Chairperson, District Development Council, Kupwara, Haji Farooq Ahmed Mir on Friday inaugurated macadamization on the much awaited ‘Gungbugh to Chandigam–Diver’ road under PMGSY Batch-3rd. Executive Engineer PMGSY, AEE and other engineers were present on the occasion.

Upgradation and maintenance of Gungbugh to Chandigam-Diver  road project approved under  (batch 3rd) with a tender cost of Rs.28 crore will get 30 ft wide road and madadmisation of up to 23 ft width with drainage and lighting facilities, which will provide benefit to the thousands of residents of the area.

This important road project marks a pivotal step towards the area's holistic development which signifies the district administration’s commitment in transforming the district's infrastructure, fostering economic growth, and boosting tourism in the area.  Upgradation and maintenance of this vital road project will spur economic activity, reduce travel time, and improve accessibility to remote areas of Lolab.

Speaking at the occasion, the Vice Chairman, thanked LG Administration, and District Administration led by Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Ayushi Sudan. He said the administration will continue to work towards improving the living standards and quality of life of the people in the district.

The Vice Chairman along with other officers also inspected the ongoing work on the road project and interacted with the locals. He expressed his hope that the improved road connectivity will bring more economic opportunities and development to the area and urged the residents to take full advantage of the macadamised and upgraded road.

The area witnessed jubilations as the locals were desperately waiting for the upgradation and macadamisation of this vital road project which will cover most parts of Lolab valley.

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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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