KUPWARA:  District Administration Kupwara organized a function to bid a farewell to Mohammad Rouf Rehman, the outgoing Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) of the district.

The farewell gathering, held at the District Administrative Complex Kupwara, was chaired by Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Ayushi Sudan and was attended by a large number of officers and employees who expressed their gratitude and appreciation for his exceptional service.

The Deputy Commissioner, while addressing the gathering, highlighted Rehman’s significant role in improving the district’s administrative functioning and fostering a spirit of cooperation among different departments.

She said that Mohammad Rouf Rehman has been a competent officer, having a great sense of responsibility. She appreciated his role in dealing with different challenges and difficult tasks with a bold stance.

The emotional farewell saw speeches from several other officers who lauded the outgoing ADC’s tireless contributions to the district's growth and his unwavering commitment to the welfare of the people and employee friendly nature.

In his farewell speech, Mohammad Rouf Rehman expressed his gratitude for the support he received from the Deputy Commissioner, District Officers and employees and the citizens of Kupwara. He mentioned that it was an honor to serve the district and assured that his memories of Kupwara and its people would remain with him forever.

The event was marked with heartfelt messages, mementos, and well-wishes from the entire administration, symbolizing the deep respect and admiration held for Rehman. 

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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.

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