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KUPWARA: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara, Shrikant Suse, today chaired a meeting of the District Level Telecom Committee (DTC) to review the progress of key telecom infrastructure projects and address bottlenecks affecting their implementation across the district.

The meeting deliberated on several critical issues pertaining to the expansion and strengthening of telecom connectivity, including the implementation of 4G saturation projects, establishment of BharatNet infrastructure, facilitation of Right of Way (RoW) permissions & FRA certificates and mapping of 5G street furniture in the district.

Representatives from various telecom service providers presented updates on the status of ongoing projects. Detailed discussions were held regarding the challenges impeding the rollout of telecom services, particularly in remote and border areas of the district.

Emphasizing the importance of robust digital infrastructure, the DC highlighted that seamless communication services and reliable internet connectivity are essential for socio-economic development and effective delivery of public services. He directed all stakeholder departments to work in close coordination with telecom operators to expedite the resolution of pending issues and ensure the timely execution of telecom projects.

The meeting was attended by the Additional Deputy Commissioner Handwara, Superintending Engineers of PHE and R&B, Additional Superintendents of Police of Handwara and Kupwara, SDM Lolab, Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Assistant Commissioner Development, Chief Planning Officer, Tehsildars, Executive Engineer R&B Kupwara, besides representatives from telecom companies.

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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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