SAMBA: Samba Social Club today organized a grand commemorative function here at Veer Bhoomi Park to pay homage to the supreme sacrifice of 2nd Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, PVC (Posthumous).  The event was held in collaboration with the District Administration, Samba and 168 Infantry Brigade, Samba.

The programme was graced by MLA, Surjit Singh Salathia as the Chief Guest. Distinguished guests included Ayushi Sudan, Deputy Commissioner Samba; Col. Ajay Pal Singh, Deputy Commander and Virinder Singh Manhas, SSP.

Guests of Honour on the occasion were Champa Thakur, ADDC Samba; Col. Robin Mathew, Commanding Officer, 17 Poone Horse; Jagdish Singh Jasrotia, ADC along with other officers from the civil administration, district police and armed forces.

Representatives of various clubs and sabhas of Samba, prominent citizens and a large number of students from different schools participated in the programme. The gathering paid floral tributes and observed the occasion with deep reverence, remembering the unmatched valour and patriotism of the Param Vir Chakra awardee.

The event reflected the collective resolve of the people of Samba to honour the legacy of the nation’s heroes and to inspire future generations with the values of courage, sacrifice and service to the nation.

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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