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  • Extends festive greetings, interacts with community members; takes stock of essential amenities

PULWAMA: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Pulwama, Kuldeep Krishan Sidha, today visited various areas of the district ahead of Diwali and reviewed the arrangements put in place for the smooth and peaceful celebration of the festival.

During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner extended warm Diwali greetings and interacted with the residents. He listened to their issues and concerns and took stock of the availability of essential services and civic amenities in these areas.

The DC reviewed the status of drinking water supply, electricity, sanitation, cleanliness, road connectivity, street lighting, illumination and other essential facilities. He also assessed the arrangements for uninterrupted power and water supply, proper waste disposal and maintenance of public spaces to ensure that residents face no inconvenience during the festive period.

As part of the visit, the DC visited Pandit Colony Hawal, Murran and Batnag Noorpora, where he interacted with community members and reviewed the arrangements on the ground. On the occasion, he also distributed sweets and presented flowers to community members for the Puja on the auspicious occasion of Diwali. He also paid obeisance at the Murran Temple and extended his wishes for peace, prosperity and happiness on the auspicious occasion of Diwali.

During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by Additional Deputy Commissioner, Pulwama, Dr. S.M. Ashraf; Additional Deputy Commissioner, Awantipora, Mushtaq Ahmad Lone; Chief Planning Officer, Pulwama, Aashiq Hussain Khanday; Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Pulwama; Executive Engineer, PWD; concerned Tehsildars and Block Development Officers, besides other officers from various line departments.

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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