SHOPIAN: As part of the ongoing 150th celebration of Vande Mataram,a series of commemorative events were today organized across tehsils of district Shopian including Barbug Imamsahib, Keegam, Keller, Shopian, Hermain,Chitragam and Zainapora.

The events were presided over by respective tehsildars while at Zainapora, the event was organised under the supervision of SDM Zainapora. The events witnessed enthusiastic participation from officers, officials, students and members of civil society, reflecting a strong sense of national pride and unity.

Speakers on the occasion highlighted the significance of Vande Matram in India's freedom movement and urged the youth to uphold the values of patriotism, harmony and service towards the nation.

At each venue, the day began with the singing of Vande Mataram followed by a range of activities including patriotic songs and cultural performances by students from various educational institutions. The celebration will continue throughout the week with a series of similar programmes to be held across the district.

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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