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

SRINAGAR: Continuing the ongoing celebrations of Independence Day, 2026, the Cultural Unit Srinagar of the Information Department organised a series of cultural and educational programmes in various schools of Srinagar.

The programmes, held at GBHSS Zadibal, GHS Drugjan Dalgate and GGHSS Zadibal, featured Painting, Speech, Quiz and Singing activities, providing students with a meaningful platform to showcase their creativity, patriotic spirit and appreciation for the sacrifices of the freedom fighters.

The students participated with remarkable enthusiasm and wholehearted involvement, adding vibrancy and patriotic fervour to the celebrations. The programmes were aimed at fostering patriotic consciousness among young minds and reinforcing the enduring values of freedom, unity, sacrifice, national integrity and responsible citizenship.

Abdul Raqib Bhat, Cultural Officer, Kashmir, and Syed Shakeel Shah, AECO, graced the programmes and appreciated the enthusiastic participation of the students. They also acknowledged the cooperation extended by the school authorities, which contributed significantly to the smooth and successful conduct of the programmes.

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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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