BARAMULLA: Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Sopore, Dr. S.A. Raina today conducted a field visit to Kranshiv Colony, Sopore, to inspect and identify suitable government land for the proposed establishment of the Government Ayurvedic Medical College and Hospital in the area. During the visit, the ADC inspected the identified site and took stock of its suitability, accessibility and other essential requirements for the proposed institution.

The concerned officers were directed to undertake the necessary verification and complete the required formalities for identification and further processing of the land. The proposed medical college is aimed at strengthening AYUSH healthcare infrastructure and providing improved facilities for education and treatment in the region.

Later, the ADC also inspected Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya (KGBV) School, Chankhan, and took stock of the functioning of the institution, particularly the student enrolment and attendance position.

During the interaction, the ADC expressed concern over the low student enrolment and impressed upon the teaching staff to make concerted efforts to maximise enrolment by reaching out to the local community and encouraging parents to enrol their children in the school. He further directed the teaching staff to maintain full attendance and ensure proper academic preparedness of students for the forthcoming examinations.

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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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