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  • Stresses water supply to extreme ends of the network

JAMMU: Deputy Commissioner Jammu, Dr Rakesh Minhas today chaired a meeting to review the status of desilting and cleaning of kuhls, canals, minor and sub-minor distributaries across the district.

The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner Sher Singh, Additional District Commissioner, Vidhu Shekhar, Chief Planning Officer Ajaypal Singh, besides other officers and officials from the Irrigation & Flood Control Department, including SE Hydraulic Circle Jammu, Executive Engineers of Irrigation Division 1 and 2 Jammu/ Akhnoor and Executive Engineer Flood Control, Division Jammu/ Akhnoor.

During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on routine maintenance procedures, canal closure schedules, monitoring mechanisms and the tendering process for desilting works.

The Deputy Commissioner underscored the importance of adhering to strict timelines for the opening of canals by March this year. ā€œThe cleaning operations shall be carried out effectively to ensure desired water flow reaches the Suchetgarh area, which is located at the tail end of the irrigation network,ā€ he emphasised.

The meeting also deliberated on issues related to pollution in water channels and preventive measures to maintain water quality. The Deputy Commissioner stressed the need for regular monitoring and community participation to keep the irrigation infrastructure functional and free from pollution.

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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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