SRINAGAR: The 101st meeting of the Board of Directors of Jammu and Kashmir Projects Construction Corporation Limited (JKPCC) was convened today under the chairmanship of Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, who is also Chairman of the JKPCC.

During the meeting, the Board deliberated upon various important matters concerning the Corporation with emphasis on pending cases under compassionate appointment. After due consideration, all pending compassionate appointment cases placed before the Board were approved, providing much-needed relief to the concerned candidates and their families.

The Board directed that the financial implications arising from these approvals be examined and ascertained to ensure proper assessment and necessary follow-up action. The Deputy Chief Minister stated that the approval of all pending compassionate appointment cases reflects the government’s commitment to ensure timely support and addressing the concerns of affected families. He reiterated that the welfare of employees and their families remains a priority and that pending matters will continue to be addressed with due consideration and sensitivity.

The Board of Directors expressed appreciation for the decisions taken during the meeting and thanked the Deputy Chief Minister for his positive approach towards resolving the long-pending matters.

Managing Director, JKPCC, Ishfaq Ahmad Wani, also appreciated the decisions taken by the Chairman and the Board of Directors. He said that the Corporation’s core purpose is to address the long-pending issues and safeguarding the legitimate interests of the concerned employees and their families.

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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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