• MI&FCEF Chief Spokesperson Farooq Malik expresses deep sorrow over the death of Chairman’s cousin, prays for eternal peace

SRINAGAR: The Mechanical Irrigation & Flood Control Employees Federation (MI&FCEF) has expressed its profound grief and sorrow over the sad demise of Ghulam Rasool Khan, resident of Bilal Colony, Soura, Srinagar, who passed away on 1st October 2025. The deceased was the cousin brother of EJAC Vice President and MI&FCEF Chairman, Farooq Khan.

A delegation of the Mechanical Irrigation & Flood Control Employees Federation, led by the Federation’s Chief Spokesperson Farooq Malik, Moulvi Shabir Ahmad Khanday, Bilal Ahmad, Riyaz Ahmad and other members visited the bereaved family to extend heartfelt condolences. The delegation expressed solidarity with the Khan family, particularly with Chairman Farooq Khan, in this hour of grief.

On behalf of the Federation, prayers were offered for the departed soul, seeking Jannat-ul-Firdous and magfirat for the deceased. The delegation also prayed for sabri jameel (patience and strength) to the bereaved family members, especially the sons and his close relatives of the deceased, including Mohd Younis Khan, Amir Khan, Umar Khan, Mohd Sultan Khan, Bashir Ahmed Khan, Shabir Khan Riyaz Khan, Ajaz Khan, Ishfaq Khan, Adil Khan, Mohd Yousuf Khan, Rafeeq Khan and others. The Federation stands united with the Khan family in this moment of irreparable loss.

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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