• Assesses their functioning, infrastructure, academic environment & staff availability

KULGAM: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan today visited Altaf Memorial Government Degree College Kilam and Government Higher Secondary School (HSS) Kilam to take firsthand assessment of their overall functioning. During the visit, DC took stock of the existing infrastructure, academic environment, and staff availability.

He also conducted an interactive session with students at both the institutions to gain insights into their academic needs, challenges, and aspirations. Emphasizing the importance of quality education, DC assured that all necessary measures would be taken to further strengthen the educational setup. He urged the teaching staff to maintain high standards of education and work collectively for the holistic development of students.

He also urged students to make the best use of facilities, resources and time for a bright and successful future On the occasion students also put forth several demands aimed at enhancing academic excellence and improving facilities at these institutions. DC was accompanied by Additional Deputy Commissioner, Viqar Ahmad Giri; Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Chief Education Officer, Tehsildar and other concerned officers.

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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