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REASI: Deputy Commissioner Reasi Nidhi Malik today chaired a review meeting to assess the progress under the District Capex 2025 plan. The meeting was attended by the Assistant Commissioner Development (ACD), all Block Development Officers (BDOs) and Executive Engineers (XENs).

The review focused on the status of tendering, allotment, and retendering of projects under the current financial year. It was informed that 91% of tendering has been completed, while 28% of works have been allotted so far.

The DC directed the officers to expedite retendering in cases where low bidding occurred due to limited competition and to ensure 100% completion of the tendering process at the earliest. She emphasized that timely tendering will pave the way for faster allotment and the early execution of works, enabling the district to achieve its developmental targets within the stipulated timeline.

DC Nidhi Malik further instructed the BDOs to maintain regular engagement with execution agencies immediately after the issuance of Letters of Intent. She said this proactive approach would help in the proper preparation of documents and facilitate fast-tracking of project execution.

The Deputy Commissioner reiterated her commitment to efficient implementation of the District Capex plan and urged all departments to work in close coordination to deliver quality development works for the benefit of the people of Reasi. CPO Narinder Kumar, ACD Vijay Kumar, XENs, BDOs joined the meeting.

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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.

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