POONCH: District Development Commissioner Poonch Ashok Kumar Sharma today chaired a meeting to review the issues related to collateral damages caused due to earth-cutting work along NH-44A, particularly on the Poonch–Surankote road.

The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner Poonch Tariq Mustafa Malik; Assistant Commissioner Revenue Muhamad Sayeed, along with officers from Revenue, Land Acquisition, PWD(R&B) and GREF.

A detailed discussion was held on the cases of damage to land and other properties arising during the execution of the NH-44A road project. The concerned officers apprised the DDC of the status of the cases and the action taken so far.

The DDC instructed officers to conduct proper verification and assessment of the affected cases as per the prescribed rules and ensure timely disposal of eligible cases. He also stressed upon close coordination among all concerned departments for resolving pending issues. The meeting concluded with directions to the concerned officers to expedite necessary action and submit updates on the progress of the cases.

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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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