In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

BANDIPORA: The Deputy Commissioner Bandipora, Manzoor Ahmad Qadri today chaired a meeting to discuss the preparation of an action plan for waste management in and around Wular Lake in the VC room of the Mini Secretariat Bandipora. The meeting focused on the strategic plan to address waste management and conservation issues concerning Wular Lake.

It was informed that the district is set to address waste management in 30 villages, including 8 villages from Baramulla and 22 villages in Bandipora, including the town. During the meeting,  it was revealed that the action plan will focus on several key aspects including Solid Waste Management and address the treatment of 23 major inlets, local drainage system renovation, and waste segregation at the source, focusing on biodegradable and non-biodegradable waste.

Speaking on the occasion, DC emphasized the need for a comprehensive and sustainable approach to solid waste management, outlining the importance of collaboration between various departments and agencies to ensure the successful implementation of the action plan. DC stressed that this Action Plan will transform Wular Lake into a model of environmental management.

He emphasized the need for innovative solutions to address the waste management challenges in and around Wular Lake and highlighted that this is a new issue requiring creative and effective strategies. Deputy Commissioner M. A. Qadri directed the Pollution Control Board to submit inputs regarding waste hazards, which will be incorporated in the action plan.

Among others, the meeting was attended by Chief Executive Director WUCMA, Mohammad  Younis Malik; Assistant Commissioner Development Bandipora, Irfan Bahadur; , Chief Planning Officer Bandipora,  Mohammad Maqbool Lone, Project Coordinator WUCMA, Owais Farooq Mir; Coordinator Water Management WUCMA; Altaf Hussain Dentoo,  District Officer Pollution Control Board and other concerned.

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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.

— Team JK Monitor

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