SRINAGAR: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo, today visited Madri Meherban Welfare Institute Miskeen Bagh and reviewed the functioning of the institution.

Director Social Welfare Kashmir, Director Finance Social Welfare department, District Social Welfare officer Srinagar and other senior officers of the department accompanied the Minister during the visit.

On the occasion, the trustees and staff of the institute briefed the Minister about the services being provided by the institute to orphans, Tribal students, economically disadvantaged children, destitute women and other needy people.

Engaging with the trustees, staff and beneficiaries of the institute on the occasion, the Minister highlighted that this centre has been serving as a vital support centre from last many decades to people in need.

Appreciating the selfless efforts of the institute, the Minister highlighted the commitment of Omar Abdullah led Government towards inclusive growth and upliftment of underprivileged communities. ā€œInstitutions like Madri Meherban embody the spirit of compassion and resilience. Government is firm to support such institutions so that no underprivileged individual is left behind,ā€ Sakeena stated.

The Minister further highlighted that the Government is committed towards strengthening grassroots welfare infrastructure across Jammu and Kashmir for the welfare of common masses.

She assured the institute of full support of Government in addressing operational challenges, adding that the genuine issues and concerns faced by the institute will be addressed promptly.

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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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