JAMMU:  Voice of India Foundation (VOI) is privileged to announce Dr. Rohit Koul, the distinguished Director and CEO of People's Hut Foundation, as the recipient of the esteemed Community Impact Award 2025. The award was presented by Mr. Ranjit Roy, Director of Voice of India Foundation, at a ceremony held in West Bengal.

This prestigious award recognizes Dr. Koul's exceptional dedication, visionary leadership, and profound positive impact on communities through the tireless work of People's Hut Foundation. Under Dr. Koul's guidance, People's Hut Foundation has been instrumental in providing vital healthcare services, spearheading impactful social initiatives, offering crucial support during crises to numerous underserved populations.

Mr. Ranjit Roy, Director of Voice of India Foundation, lauded Dr. Koul's unwavering commitment and the tangible difference People's Hut Foundation has made under his direction. "It's  the sheer Dedication and determination of people like him who are changemakers and contribute to society in a true sense," Mr. Ranjit Roy added while praising Dr. Koul's work and the impact of People's Hut Foundation's work during the award ceremony.

Dr. Koul while attending the ceremony virtually, in his acceptance speech, expressed his gratitude for the recognition and dedicated the award to the entire team of People's Hut Foundation, acknowledging their tireless efforts and shared commitment to serving humanity. He also reiterated the foundation's ongoing mission  and vision of empowering communities.

The "Community Impact Award 2025" by Voice of India Foundation stands as a testament to Dr. Rohit Koul's exemplary leadership and the significant contributions of People's Hut Foundation in creating positive and sustainable change within communities. This recognition will undoubtedly serve as further inspiration for their continued impactful work.

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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