SAMBA: In continuation to the ongoing Sewa Parv 2025, the Department of AYUSH Samba organized a comprehensive medical aid camp at DC Office, today. The initiative conducted under the  guidance of Deputy Commissioner Ayushi Sudan and Director AYUSH J&K Dr. Suresh Sharma, exemplified the government’s unwavering commitment to providing accessible healthcare services to the community, particularly focusing on the welfare of sanitation workers and the general public.

The medical camp, supervised by District Nodal Officer AYUSH Samba Dr. Renu Dass was organized in collaboration with the Office of Assistant Commissioner Panchayat. A dedicated team of AYUSH healthcare professionals provided comprehensive medical services to Civic Workers.

The Deputy Commissioner interacted with the AYUSH staff, receiving detailed briefings about the functioning of various AYUSH centers across the district and the specialized services they offer to the public. Dr. Renu Dass provided extensive information about advanced treatment modalities available including Panchkarma therapy, Ksharsutra treatment and Cupping therapy highlighting the department’s commitment to holistic healthcare delivery.

Meanwhile, the Doctors at the camp conducted multiple activities including general health check-ups, free AYUSH consultations, distribution of medicines tailored to specific ailments and dissemination of Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials to raise health awareness among beneficiaries.

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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