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  • “Visual highlights of development” showcases key infrastructure, public works across the district

KATHUA: District Development Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma today launched a publication titled “Visual Highlights of Development in the District – District Capex Budget (2025–26)” showcasing key development works executed across the district under the District Capex Programme.

The publication presents a comprehensive pictorial documentation of works undertaken in various sectors, reflecting the district administration’s focus on transparency, accountability and quality in execution. It highlights the adoption of structured mechanisms including administrative approvals, technical sanctions, budgetary provisioning, e-tendering, geo-tagging and regular physical verification to ensure effective implementation of projects.

Speaking on the occasion, the DDC said that the compilation is a matter of pride as it captures the collective efforts of the district administration, line departments and Panchayati Raj Institutions in driving developmental initiatives across Kathua. He expressed confidence that such initiatives will further strengthen participatory planning and contribute towards sustained and inclusive development in the district.

The DDC appreciated the coordinated efforts of all stakeholders involved in the execution and documentation of works under the Capex Budget and emphasized the need to continue maintaining high standards of efficiency and transparency. Among others present on the occasion were ADDC Surinder Mohan Sharma, ADC Vishavjeet Singh, CPO Ranjeer Thakur, DIO NIC Shubham Singh and Statistical Officer Arun Lal.

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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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