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SAMBA: Directorate of Tribal Affairs, Jammu and Kashmir today organised a day long awareness-cum-educational camp on the welfare of tribals at Gujjar and Bakerwal Boys Hostel, Samba. The aim of the camp was to bridge the gap between the government and the tribal people who are not fully aware of various government schemes. Director Tribal Affairs, Ghulam Rasool who chaired the event said that in every sector including health, education, power and water supply, road connectivity, skill upgradation, etc special emphasis is being given to ensure that the benefits percolate to the deserving tribal communities.

Director impressed upon the concerned officers to work in a synergy mode for improving the educational and living standards of the tribal community with a particular focus on Pre & Post matric scholarship to the ST students, providing residential facility to the tribal students by way of establishing Hostels and other developmental schemes.

Director Tribal Affairs also inspected and reviewed the progress of various developmental projects and issued instructions for expeditious completion while maintaining the quality standards of the work. Deputy Director Tribal Affairs, Mannu Hansa, Warden G&B Boys Hostel Samba , Rashid Alam and a large gathering of tribal leaders and other citizens of the adjoining tribal hamlets were present on the occasion.

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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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