RAJOURI: Deputy Commissioner Rajouri Abhishek Sharma today inaugurated the newly upgraded Government Model Boys Higher Secondary School (HSS), marking a significant step towards enhancing the educational infrastructure in the district.

On the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner inspected the facilities of the school, including laboratories, administrative offices, traditional classrooms, and smart classrooms equipped with modern teaching aids. He interacted at length with the staff and students, appreciating their efforts and encouraging them to continue striving for academic excellence.

The School Principal Muslim Wani briefed the Deputy Commissioner about the overall functioning of the institution and highlighted the new initiatives introduced for the benefit of students, such as the integration of smart technology in classrooms and steps taken to improve the learning environment.

  DC Abhishek Sharma emphasized the importance of quality education in shaping the future of the youth and assured full support from the administration in further strengthening the facilities at the school. He also urged the students to make the best use of the resources available and work hard towards achieving their goals.

The event witnessed the presence of Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Dr. Raj Kumar Thapa; Chief Education Officer (CEO) Iqbal Hussain, District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO) Abdul Raheem and prominent members of civil society, who lauded the initiative and expressed optimism about the positive impact it would have on the students’ academic journey.

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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