• Visits Karbala House; expresses condolences to bereaved family

JAMMU: Speaker Jammu Kashmir Legislative Assembly (JKLA) Abdul Rahim Rather, today expressed profound grief over the demise of former Minister and MLA Qamar Ali Akhoon.

The Speaker said that Akhoon was a widely respected leader and capable administrator who was committed to the well-being and welfare of the people of J&K in general and Kargil in particular.

Recalling his long association with the Qamar Ali Akhoon, Rather said that they both had a cordial relationship and strong bonding. He described him as a down to earth politician connected to the public at large. He was practical, humble, realistic, sensible, sincere and a visionary leader, he added.

The Speaker exhorted that Qamar Ali Akhoon was a consummate political organizer who made significant contributions towards development of Ladakh region and upliftment of poor and downtrodden.

He described his passing as a huge loss to public life, adding that the void created by his death will be difficult to fill. The Speaker visited Karbala House in Jammu, paying respects to the deceased and offering condolences to the family, praying for their strength and courage during this difficult time.

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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