HANDWARA: Police in Handwara today organized a warm and dignified farewell ceremony in honor of Sub-Inspector (SI) Bashir Ahmad, who retired from active service after a long and commendable career in the J&K Police. The event was held at the District Police Lines (DPL), Handwara, and was graced by the presence of Additional Superintendent of Police Handwara Shri Fayaz Ahmad Shah-JKPS, DySP DAR Handwara, DySP PC Handwara, along with other senior officers, police colleagues, and staff members.

Speaking on the occasion, Addl SP Handwara acknowledged the valuable contributions of SI Bashir Ahmad throughout his service, highlighting his unwavering dedication, professional integrity, and role in strengthening the policing system at the grassroots level. He praised the officer’s commitment to duty and the respect he earned from peers and the public alike. SI Bashir Ahmad, while addressing the gathering, expressed his deep gratitude to the department and his fellow officers for the support and camaraderie extended to him during his tenure.

As a token of respect and appreciation, mementos and gifts were presented to the retiring officer by senior officials. The event concluded with warm wishes, group photographs, and a collective acknowledgment of SI Bashir Ahmad’s remarkable service and legacy. Police extends its sincere appreciation to SI Bashir Ahmad for his tireless service and wishes him a healthy, peaceful, and fulfilling life post-retirement.

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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