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

REASI: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Reasi, Nidhi Malik chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the functioning of the Health Department and the implementation of the National Health Mission (NHM) in the district. Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr. Mohammad Ashraf Kohli provided an in-depth overview of the department’s performance through a detailed PowerPoint presentation. Additionally, the DDC also took insights on Family Planning and Immunization and on working of the National Tuberculosis Elimination Program (NTEP).

Emphasizing the need for efficient and timely implementation of various health schemes and programs, she asked for achieving targets within stipulated timelines. Special focus was laid on improving healthcare accessibility in remote and hilly areas like Mahore, Reasi, and Pouni, ensuring that people in these regions receive adequate medical facilities and services.

The DDC reiterated the administration’s commitment to strengthening healthcare services across the district and directed officials to ensure seamless execution of government health programs, particularly in underserved areas. The Meeting was also attended by MS DH Reasi, DTO Reasi, DHO Reasi, DIO (Immunization) Reasi, BMO Katra/Mahore & Pouni, ZMOs All,  DPM, DMEO, DAM, BPMUs, DAC, JHI, DMEIO etc.

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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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