In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

POONCH: Deputy Commissioner Poonch Vikas Kundal chaired a meeting of healthcare functionaries, here today at the District Hospital. At the outset, the Deputy Commissioner took a detailed review of achievements under Health Sector Schemes, functioning of Health Institution, infrastructure up-gradation and the healthcare facilities being extended to patients.

 The DC also took the first hand appraisal from respective Medical Superintendents about the working of Hospitals in different parts of the District. He inquired about the healthcare facilities being extended to the patients and works being executed for infrastructure up-gradation and procurement of machinery. The DC asked the Medical Superintendents to submit details of requirements so that necessary interventions are taken to resolve the issues at the earliest to further strengthen the patient care system in the District.

A threadbare discussion was held on the physical status of projects, financial implications, Healthcare achievements, Patient care facilities, enrollment under various projects like PMJAY Ayushman Bharat, Jan Ayushadhi Kendras, TB free scheme and other related issues. The DC instructed the health care functionaries to come up to the expectations of the patients and focus on quality assurance, accessible, affordable health care in the District.

Stressing on utmost coordination among the Health functionaries and concerned line Departments, the DC emphasised on expediting works taken up for upgradation of healthcare infrastructure in the District.  The meeting was attended by ADC Poonch, Medical Superintendent, Chief Medical Officer, Chief Planning Officers, Programme Officer ICDS, District Social Welfare Officer Executive Engineer R&B, Executive Engineer PDD, Civil society workers and others concerned.

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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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