SRINAGAR: A meeting to review and finalize the arrangements for the celebration of ‘Sewa Parv’ and ‘Angikaar-2025’ was today convened under the chairmanship of Commissioner, Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC), Faz Lul Haseeb, here.

Commissioner emphasized that ‘Sewa Parv,’ scheduled to be observed from 17th September to 2nd October 2025, reflects the spirit of public service, community participation, and collective responsibility. He further underlined that ‘Angikaar-2025,’ continuing through the end of October, is aimed at strengthening citizen engagement and promoting sustainable development initiatives across the city.

During the meeting, detailed deliberations were held on the proposed activities, awareness campaigns, and outreach programs to ensure maximum involvement of citizens and stakeholders. Commissioner directed all concerned officers to work in close coordination and ensure that the activities are conducted in an organized and impactful manner.

It was informed that as part of the celebrations, several initiatives will be undertaken under flagship schemes of the Government of India, including PMAY-U, PM SVANidhi, DAY-NULM, AMRUT, NCAP and SBM 2.0. These will encompass housing facilitation and awareness under PMAY, support and credit linkages for street vendors under PM SVANidhi, livelihood promotion through DAY-NULM, awareness on water conservation and urban infrastructure under AMRUT, air quality improvement campaigns under NCAP, and intensified cleanliness and anti-plastic drives under SBM 2.0.

Senior officers of the Corporation and representatives from allied departments were present in the meeting and shared their valuable inputs. Commissioner called all participants to ensure smooth execution of the planned activities, while reiterating the significance of spreading awareness about various welfare schemes and encouraging active community participation.

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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.

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