JAMMU: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today during his visit to AIIMS Jammu interacted with the faculty of the institute to assess the facilities being provided to patients there besides taking stock of issues, if any, confronting them. The Chief Secretary was accompanied by Ramesh Kumar, Divisional Commissioner, Jammu, Dr Syed Abid Rasheed Shah, Secretary, Health & Medical Education Department and Rajesh Sharma, Deputy Commissioner, Samba.

Professor Shakti Kumar Gupta, ED & CEO, AIIMS Jammu, highlighted the key facilities available in AIIMS Jammu, including the Library, Poison Information and Management Centre, OPD, IPD, Emergency Department and the Blood Bank. The Chief Secretary commended the efforts of AIIMS Jammu in delivering quality healthcare. He emphasised the importance of collaboration among AIIMS, UT Government, IITs and IIMs to address healthcare challenges in far flung areas of this region effectively.

In his address, Atal Dulloo highlighted the urgent need to focus on improving medical infrastructure in hilly and remote areas, where healthcare accessibility is limited. He expressed confidence that collaborative efforts and innovative solutions could significantly enhance the quality and reach of medical services in such regions. He sought support from this elite health institution to use their human and technological resources to reach out to areas which lack access to better medical facilities. He assured them that the administration would extend every possible support to them in such pursuits.    

Dr. Syed Abid Rasheed Shah remarked on the pivotal role of AIIMS Jammu in advancing medical education, research and specialised care in Jammu region. He assured that the government remains committed towards supporting the institute in its mission to provide comprehensive healthcare solutions across the UT.  The visit also involved discussions on strategies to strengthen the healthcare system in Jammu & Kashmir by leveraging institutional synergies and technological advancements. This engagement underscores the government’s dedication towards ensuring that the people of Jammu & Kashmir have access to world class healthcare facilities, especially in underserved regions.

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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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