UDHAMPUR: District Development Council Udhampur met today in the Office Chamber of the Chairman Lal Chand to discuss and finalize the Plan proposals under the District Capex Budget – Area Development Plan under DDC, BDC and PRI grants for the financial year 2025–26. The meeting was attended by Vice Chairperson DDC Juhi Manhas Pathania; Chief Executive Officer DDC Rajinder Singh;  DDC members, Assistant Commissioner Development, Block Development Officers  and concerned District/Sectoral Officers.

The meeting discussed plan proposals across key sectors, including rural connectivity, rural infrastructure development, PHE, Irrigation and Water Conservation, Agriculture development, Youth Services and Sports, health and education. Special focus was laid on identifying area-specific development potential and avenues for employment generation.

The DDC members raised several developmental needs in their respective constituencies and put forth valuable suggestions to enhance the efficiency and performance of different departments.  It was informed that the annual plan was formulated through comprehensive Gram Sabha consultations, in coordination with former PRI members and other stakeholders, ensuring inclusive planning and transparency.

Following extensive deliberations, all members of the District Development Council unanimously finalized the Annual District Plan for the year 2025–26. The Council also commended and appreciated the District Administration for successfully achieving the physical and financial targets set for the financial year 2023–24.

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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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