DODA: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Doda, Harvinder Singh today chaired a review meeting with the officers of the Irrigation and Jal Shakti Department to assess the current status of restoration works on Irrigation channels impacted by incessant rains and flash floods. 

The DC reviewed in detail the condition of affected areas, progress of works under irrigation and flood control and the status of drainage systems. The department also presented an abstract of damages along with the present condition of the irrigation Kuls.

The DC Doda directed the concerned officers to ensure timely renovation and restoration of water facilities to ease the hardships of the public, particularly the farming community. He stressed that uninterrupted irrigation is vital for protecting the livelihoods of farmers who have suffered losses due to the recent calamity.

The meeting was attended by the Chief Planning Officer Doda, concerned Executive Engineers, AEEs, AEs, JEs and other Officers and officials of the Irrigation and Jal Shakti Department.

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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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