RAJOURI:  A meeting of the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Committee was held here today under the chairmanship of Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Dr. Raj Kumar Thapa to deliberate on relief cases under the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF).

The committee reviewed 63 cases related to relief and rehabilitation. After detailed discussions and scrutiny, 18 cases were rejected as they were found not to be covered under the prescribed guidelines, 07 cases were referred back to the respective Tehsildar for reverification to ensure accurate assessment & 38 cases were approved for sanction of relief under the SDRF.

The ADDC emphasized the importance of adhering to SDRF guidelines while ensuring that genuine beneficiaries receive the necessary support in a timely manner. He directed the concerned officers to expedite the processing of approved cases and complete the reverification of referred cases at the earliest. The meeting was attended by senior officers from the Revenue Department and other members of the SOP Committee.

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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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