SRINAGAR: Joint Director Information Kashmir, Syed Shahnawaz Bukhari, has expressed deep sorrow and heartfelt condolences on the sad demise of renowned theater artist and comedian Bashir Ahmad Bhat, popularly known as Bashir Kotur, who passed away on Monday.

In his condolence message, Joint Director described Bhat as a gifted performer who brought smiles to people through his powerful performances and distinctive comic timing. He added that Bhat's contributions to Kashmiri art, culture and theatre were immense and will be remembered for generations.

Meanwhile, a condolence meeting was held in this connection under the chairmanship of the Joint Director Information, Kashmir, at the Joint Directorate of Information Kashmir, Kothibagh, here.

During the meeting, participants offered their  condolences to his family and prayed for eternal peace to the departed soul besides courage for the bereaved family to bear this irreparable loss.

Deputy Director Information (PR) Kashmir, Ahsanul Haq Chishti; Cultural Officer, Burhan Hussain and other officers and officials of Information Department Kashmir also extended sympathies to the bereaved family and prayed for peace to the departed soul.

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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