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

KISHTWAR: In pursuance of the directions issued by the Deputy Commissioner Pankaj Kumar Sharma regarding implementation of road safety measures and prevention of danger to public health and safety in the district, the Motor Vehicles Department under the supervision of ARTO Tasleem Wani conducted inspection of various petrol pumps in Kishtwar town today.

The inspection focused on ensuring compliance with directions regarding non-dispensation of fuel to end-of-life, unfit and other vehicles found violating statutory norms, particularly two-wheelers being driven by riders without helmets.

During the inspection, petrol pump operators were asked to strictly adhere to the directions and the importance of promoting responsible road-user behaviour and road safety. The Motor Vehicles Department Kishtwar reiterated its commitment to ensuring strict enforcement of road safety regulations in the district in coordination with all stakeholders.

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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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