KATHUA: A preliminary meeting of the Rogi Kalyan Samiti (RKS) was held today in the Conference Hall of the Associated Hospital of Government Medical College Kathu.  Dr. Bharat Bhushan, Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Kathua chaired the meeting.

 The meeting was attended by Medical Superintendent Dr Sangeeta; Dy CMO Dr Neeraj Nagpa; District Ayush Officer Dr Rakesh Kumar and other heads of departments of the Medical College, besides Executive Engineer, PDD, EO MC and other officers of line departments.  The meeting aimed to discuss and address the issues related to the healthcare infrastructure and services in Kathua.

During the meeting, several key issues were discussed including the  renovation of the radiology department of Associated Hospital (Old Block) GMC, expansion and up-gradation of MGPS System for SNCU Ward and construction of a waiting shed for Obstetric & Gynaecology patients.

 Other issues discussed included the laying of wires and cables for X-ray machine installation, replacement of electrical cables, renovation of the labour room and mortuary and cleaning of septic and water tanks.

The MLA appreciated the efforts of the administration and stakeholders for the achieving outstanding ranking in Public Health Facilities as per NHM. He emphasized the need to maintain this position and directed all stakeholders and line departments to address the discussed issues on priority.  The MLA urged everyone to work with zeal for the benefit of the people, ensuring that the healthcare facilities in Kathua continue to provide quality services.

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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