ANANTNAG:  Chairperson, J&K Waqf Board, Syed Dr. Syed Darakhshan Andrabi, (Minister of State), today visited Aasar-e-Shareef Kabamarg, Anantnag and paid obeisance at the famous shine.  Dr Andrabi participated in a very significant inauguration event. She was accompanied by the Waqf Board officers and engineers in presence of the local people.  Dr Darakhshan inaugurated the newly constructed Administrative Block and the Ornamental Aluminum Composite Panel (OACP) Dome of the Ziyarat.

She also inaugurated the upgradation works for the Grand Masjid here. Speaking on the occasion, Waqf Chairperson said that we are committed to our resolve of continuous development of this shrine and all the shrines under the Board throughout Jammu & Kashmir. Dr Andrabi later paid obeisance at the shrine of Syed Ahmad Kirmani (RA) at Movera, Pahalgam and paid for the welfare and peace of all.

Sharing her views with the media, Andrabi said that dedicated service along with the clear vision results in the required outcome. “The innovative and sustainable technologies are being used in our projects. We ensure the quality infrastructural development, being completed through a strict calendar for our works in both the divisions of J&K. Transparency and accountability guides our infra initiatives”, said Darakhshan.

Dr Andrabi said that during the past three years Waqf Board face lifted the shrine and upgraded the facilities for the people by construction of Sanitary facilities, pathways, Masjid upgradation, food distribution beats and other allied works. Executive Magistrate of the Board Ishtiyaq Mohiuddin accompanied the Waqf Chairperson during the tour.

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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