POONCH: Deputy Commissioner Poonch, Vikas Kundal reviewed the progress of the Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakaram (RBSK) and the National Tuberculosis Eradication Programme (NTEP). The meeting aimed to assess achievements and set targets for future initiatives. Chief Medical Officer Dr. Parvaiz Ahmed Khan presented a comprehensive overview of the RBSK's accomplishments up to November, along with updates on the NTEP.

 The Deputy Commissioner emphasised the need for immediate action to achieve targets related to children’s health and directed the CMO to compile a detailed list of beneficiaries who have been screened and referred for further treatment. During the review of NTEP data, the Deputy Commissioner issued a directive to ensure the completion of data collection for TB-free panchayats, reinforcing the commitment to public health in the district.

The District Development Commissioner congratulated Dr. Parvaiz Ahmed Khan on receiving the prestigious Skoch Award in New Delhi, recognising his exemplary performance in the AB PMJAY SEHAT initiative. Poonch is the only district in the Jammu and Kashmir UT to have received this esteemed award in the health sector.

The meeting underscored the collaborative efforts of the health department and the importance of achieving health targets for the betterment of the community in Poonch. The meeting was attended by PO ICDS,  CEO, CPO, CMO, MS DH Poonch, DHO, DTO Poonch, Program Manager RBSK, BMOs, Block level RBSK team, STLS and other concerned officials.

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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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