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  • Conference Hall named after late officer

RAJOURI: In a solemn and heartfelt tribute, the District Administration Rajouri, under the supervision of Deputy Commissioner Abhishek Sharma, organized a memorial function to pay homage to Martyr Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Dr. Raj Kumar Thapa, who laid down his life in the line of duty amid enemy shelling.

The event was marked by the presence of the bereaved family of the martyr and attended by District Development Council Chairperson Advocate Naseem Liaqat, senior officers and officials of the district administration.

The homage paying began with the observance of a two-minute silence as a mark of respect and condolence. Deputy Commissioner Abhishek Sharma expressed deep sorrow over the untimely demise of Dr. Thapa and shared poignant memories of his dedicated service and personal association with him.

DDC Chairperson Advocate Naseem Liaqat also paid a heartfelt tribute and conveyed condolences to the bereaved family. As a gesture of lasting remembrance, the Conference Hall at Dak Bungalow Rajouri was officially named after Martyr Dr. Raj Kumar Thapa. The family members expressed their gratitude to the District Administration for the tributes and for preserving his memory by naming the hall after him.

Later, the family visited the residential quarter where Dr. Thapa spent his final moments. A commemorative tree was planted in the lawn of the quarter as a living memorial to his service and sacrifice. The family also visited his office, where they interacted with officers and staff who had worked closely with him.

The memorial event served as a poignant reminder of the sacrifice made by Dr. Raj Kumar Thapa in the service of the Nation and the people of Rajouri. His legacy of dedication, humility and public service will continue to inspire generations to come.

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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