In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

ANANTNAG: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Anantnag, Dr. Bilal Mohi-ud-Din Bhat, today chaired a review meeting at the DC Office Complex, Anantnag, to take stock of the progress of the Transit Accommodation Project being developed under the Prime Minister’s Development Package (PMDP) for PM Package employees in the district.

He directed the concerned departments to expedite the pace of work, resolve pending issues on priority and ensure timely completion of the project with all requisite infrastructure facilities.

During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner undertook a detailed review of the progress achieved on various components of the project and assessed the status of ongoing construction works. He also reviewed the availability and provision of essential infrastructure facilities, including road connectivity, drinking water supply and electricity, which are crucial for ensuring that the accommodation is fully functional and equipped to meet the requirements of the intended beneficiaries.

The DC took stock of the issues and bottlenecks affecting the pace of execution and sought feedback from the concerned departments regarding the status of pending works, interdepartmental coordination and the measures required to address implementation-related challenges. He stressed that all critical components of the project must progress in a coordinated manner to avoid delays and ensure the creation of a complete and functional residential facility.

Emphasising the importance of timely delivery of the project, Dr. Bilal Mohi-ud-Din Bhat directed the executing agencies and line departments to work in close coordination, identify and resolve all outstanding issues in a time-bound manner, and ensure that no avoidable delays hamper the execution of the project. He called for focused attention on pending infrastructure works and directed the officers to take prompt corrective measures wherever required.

The Deputy Commissioner further stressed the need for regular field inspections, effective monitoring and periodic assessment of physical progress to ensure adherence to prescribed timelines and quality standards. He underscored that the provision of essential services, particularly road connectivity, water supply and uninterrupted electricity infrastructure, must be given due priority so that the accommodation is made ready with all necessary facilities.

He also impressed upon the concerned officers to maintain close coordination and accountability at every stage of execution and ensure expeditious resolution of any administrative or technical issues arising during implementation.

The Deputy Commissioner reiterated that the timely completion of the Transit Accommodation Project is a priority and directed all concerned departments to work with a coordinated and result-oriented approach to ensure its completion within the stipulated timeline, with adequate infrastructure and essential amenities for PM Package employees.

The meeting was attended by the Additional Deputy Commissioner, Superintending Engineer, Executive Engineers of the Roads and Buildings (R&B), Public Health Engineering (PHE) and Power Development Department (PDD), besides other concerned officers and officials associated with the execution and monitoring of the project.

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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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