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

SHOPIAN: A seminar for the aspirants of National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) of the district was today organized at Government Degree College (GDC) Shopian by District Administration Shopian. The event was hosted by the Chief Education Officer, Shopian in collaboration with GDC Shopian and DIPR Shopian and was attended by NEET aspirants and recent NEET Qualifiers of the district.

The function was aimed to orient the NEET aspirants of the district about the upcoming initiation of the free NEET Coaching and mentorship program by the district administration at two centres put up in Shopian town and Zainapora Subdivision. The function was also graced by recent NEET Qualifiers of the district who provided guidance and mentorship/ counseling to the aspirants. It also served as a motivational event, recognizing the achievements of the district's NEET qualifiers and inspiring others to pursue their dreams in the medical field.

Deputy Commissioner Shopian, Mohammad Shahid Saleem Dar attended the seminar and took the opportunity to felicitate the NEET qualifiers from the district with Mementos and Appreciation certificates. The seminar aimed to provide a platform for aspirants, qualifiers and educators to discuss the importance of NEET, its exam pattern, and preparation strategies, said Shahid Saleem.

He urged the aspirants to use the facility provided by the district administration to give shape to dreams in the much cherished field of medical education and health. The District Administration's initiative demonstrates its commitment to promoting education and encouraging students to excel in competitive exams like NEET. Principal, GDC Shopian, Dr. (Prof), Shafiq Ahmad, CEO, M Shabir, DIO Showkat Hussain Ganie and other concerned officials were also present on the occasion.

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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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