JAMMU: Continuing its drive against land mafia as well as against building violations, Jammu Development Authority (JDA), in close coordination with District Administration and Police, on Thursday carried out a massive anti-encroachment and demolition drive in Gole area. The drive aimed at reclaiming encroached land and taking action against violators.

The operation was well coordinated in which District Administration provided magisterial support and presence of police ensuring the smooth conduct of the anti-encroachment drive. The operation targeted village Gole opposite Govt Degree college, Bhagwati Nagar to evict recent encroachments.

During the drive, 03 illegal houses and 9 plinths were demolished, successfully retrieving 15 kanals of JDA land, while giving a strong message to all illegal encroachers and other builders in the area that no one will get away with impunity.

The drive was a success, not only in removing illegal encroachments but also in raising awareness among residents about the legal consequences of raising illegal construction on the land with clear title under ownership as government or JDA land.

The drive was conducted under the directions of  Vice Chairman, JDA Pankaj Sharma by DLM, Tehsildar JDA Garbi Rashid and Khilafwarzi officers/officials from JDA side. SP Rural Brijesh Kumar, SDPO Domana, SHO Domana from Police Administrative steered the operation.

Magistrate from District Administration was deputed by the Deputy Commissioner, Jammu to provide necessary magistral support. The move sent a clear message among the public to ensure construction of hous only after verifying the title of land, said Vice Chairman JDA.

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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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