JAMMU: Deputy Commissioner Sachin Kumar Vaishya on Monday convened a meeting to assess the progress of solid waste management initiatives under the Swachh Bharat Mission across different blocks of the district. The Block Development Officers provided updates on the implementation of waste segregation, door-to-door collection and processing in their respective jurisdictions.

The DC called upon the BDOs to accelerate efforts in managing plastic waste, ensuring proper segregation and strengthening household-level waste collection mechanisms. Highlighting the role of community participation, the DC stressed the need for public vigilance to curb improper garbage disposal. He instructed officials to identify offenders and work with local authorities to maintain cleanliness in villages.

Sub-Divisional Magistrates were also directed to coordinate with Executive Officers of their respective municipalities within their jurisdictions to enhance and streamline waste management operations within a set deadline. The meeting was also attended by Chief Planning Officer Uttam Singh, Assistant Commissioner Panchayats Shahzada Noor ul Ain, besides SDMs and BDOs.

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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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