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  • DC Srinagar highlights role of DRC team & volunteers for responding needy people during any calamity or exigent situation

SRINAGAR: In connection with celebrations of International Volunteers Day-2024, an impressive function was organised by the District Red Cross Committee at Government Girls Higher Secondary School (GGHSS) Nawakadal here, today. Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat, who is also the Chairman District Red Cross Committee, was the chief guest on the occasion.

Speaking on occasion, the DC highlighted the role of the District Red Cross Society in offering help, care, and life-saving services to people in disasters. He also lauded the dedication, compassion, courage of the District Red Cross team and other volunteers for working tirelessly by responding to the needy people during any calamity or exigent situation.

The DC remarked that natural calamities have spared no one during any worst situations, but Red Cross staff and volunteers play pivotal roles in saving and rehabilitation of people. He also deliberated upon the background of the Red Cross Society and remembered international Red Cross volunteers for their contribution for the welfare and betterment of the society.

The DC said that the society was formed long ago which benefited thousands of needy all over the world. Besides, Additional Deputy Commissioner,  Syed Ahmad Kataria, Chief Medical Officer, Chief  Education Officer,  District Social Welfare Officer, Deputy Chief Education Srinagar, Principal Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Staff and others were present in the event.

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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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