RAJOURI: Deputy Commissioner Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma, today conducted an extensive tour of the frontier areas of Nowshera, including Pukarni, Jajot Kandoo, Lam and Qila Darhal to assess disaster preparedness and review damages caused by incessant rainfall in the region.

During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner inspected critical infrastructure, including the ongoing work on the Steel Super Structure Bridge over Jambhir Nallah, which is being executed at a cost of ₹5.61 crore. He emphasized the timely completion of the project to ensure enhanced connectivity and convenience for residents.

The Deputy Commissioner also held interactions with the local populace, listening to their concerns and resolving several grievances on the spot. He took a detailed review of essential services, including water supply, electricity and other basic amenities being provided to the public and issued necessary instructions to officers for further improvements.

ADC Nowshera, Pritam Lal Thapa, Tehsildar Qila Darhal, Jahangir Khan, SI Police Post Lam and other district and sectoral officers accompanied the Deputy Commissioner during the visit.

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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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