JAMMU: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo has expressed deep grief and sorrow on the demise of former Ministers Peerzada Ghulam Ahmad Shah and Qamar Ali Akhoon.

While paying tributes to both leaders, the Minister said that both of them had  served as Ministers and Members of the Legislative Assembly and they not only represented people of their respective constituencies but the whole of Jammu & Kashmir with dedication and integrity.

The Minister also remembered her association with them and said that she learnt a lot from both of them. “Both leaders were always sincere, committed, and deeply loyal to their work and stood firm through all circumstances. Their guidance, experience, and leadership have shaped many of us, and will continue to inspire us in the years ahead”, she said.

The Minister also said that their contributions to the people and to public life will always be remembered. She also prayed for their absolution and highest place  in Jannat-ul-Firdous, as well as patience for their families to bear this loss.

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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