KULGAM: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo, today visited Kulgam and inaugurated two newly constructed New Type Primary Health Center (NTPHC) buildings in Lammer and Chowgam villages of the district. MLA Devsar, Peerzada Feroze Ahmad Shah; Director Health Services, Kashmir; Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC); Assistant Commissioner Revenue (ACR); senior officers of health department and locals were present on the occasion.

While addressing the gathering on the occasion, the Minister reiterated Omar Abdullah led government’s commitment towards strengthening the healthcare system across Jammu & Kashmir. “Our government is determined to bridge healthcare gaps in underserved areas and ensure quality medical services reach every doorsteps, reducing dependency of people on far-off hospitals”, Sakeena stated.

The Minister further underlined the importance of accessible healthcare services for all, particularly in remote villages. “These health centres will play major role in providing essential medical services to the people of these villages as well as adjacent areas. These centres will also ensure that no one is deprived of timely medical attention”, the Minister maintained.

The Minister highlighted that the focus of present government is to ensure quality healthcare services for all. She added that the present government will ensure that essential medical facilities are more accessible and better equipped to cater to public needs.  Speaking on the occasion, MLA Devsar, Peerzada Feroze Ahmad, said that these health facilities will significantly improve healthcare services for the local population here.

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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.

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