• Instructs Ex. Engineer R&B to expedite new building work, ensure its timely completion

KULGAM: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan today visited Government Higher Secondary School (GHSS) Nihama to take firsthand assessment of the overall functioning of the institution. During the visit, DC took stock of the existing infrastructure, academic environment, and staff availability.

He also interacted with the students and staff and highlighted the significance of dedication, discipline, and consistency in achieving academic and personal success. Khan urged students to remain focused on their goals and to make optimal use of the educational opportunities available to them. Emphasizing the pivotal role of education in shaping a successful future, DC shared valuable insights on goal setting, time management and confidence building.

He also appreciated the efforts of the teaching faculty and assured them of full support from the district administration in addressing academic and infrastructural requirements. On the occasion, DC also inspected the ongoing construction work of a new building within the school premises.

He instructed the Executive Engineer, R&B, to expedite the pace of work and ensure timely completion of the project to augment the existing infrastructure. DC was accompanied by ADC, Viqar Ahmad Giri; SDM D.H.Pora, Tehsildar, ZEO and other 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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