In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

SRINAGAR: The Judicial Officers of Pulwama today felicitated Justice Tashi Rabstan on his elevation as the Chief Justice of High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. The felicitation ceremony celebrated the distinguished journey of the Chief Justice and his remarkable contributions to the judiciary.

The officers team led by Naseer Ahmad Dar, Principal District & Sessions Judge, Pulwama, extended their heartfelt congratulations and expressed admiration for the exceptional leadership qualities demonstrated by the Chief Justice. The Judicial Officers lauded the Chief Justice for his efforts in enhancing institutional efficiency and fostering professionalism within the judiciary. His proactive role in augmenting judicial infrastructure across the UT of Jammu & Kashmir and UT of Ladakh, especially in remote areas, has been instrumental in improving the quality and accessibility of justice, they added. They said that his tenure as Chief Justice promises to further consolidate these achievements, building a robust and responsive judicial system for Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.

On behalf of the entire judicial fraternity of Pulwama, Naseer Ahmad Dar conveyed profound gratitude and extended best wishes to the Chief Justice Tashi Rabstan. He expressed confidence that under his stewardship, the judiciary would continue to thrive, upholding the ideals of fairness, justice, and inclusiveness.

The felicitation ceremony witnessed the presence of M. K. Sharma, Principal Secretary to Chief Justice, Manzoor Ahmad Zargar, Special Judge, NDPS, Pulwama, Dr. Noor Mohammad Mir, Additional District & Sessions Judge, Pulwama, Jahangir Ahmad Bakshi, Chief Judicial Magistrate, Pulwama, Fariqa Nazir, Special Mobile Magistrate, Pulwama, Danishta Shafi, Judicial Magistrate, Pulwama, Fakhur-un-Nissa, Judicial Magistrate, Pampore, Muneer Ahmad Bhat, Additional Special Mobile Magistrate, Awantipora, Uzma Amin, Principal Magistrate, JJB, Pulwama and Amaan Nissar, Judicial Magistrate, Tral.

The event concluded with the officers reiterating their commitment towards carrying forward the Chief Justice’s vision, ensuring an efficient justice delivery system that remains accessible and responsive to the needs of the people.

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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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