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

JAMMU:  Director Horticulture Jammu (DHJ), Gul Syed today visited Bhalwal Zone along with the Chief Horticulture Officer Jammu R.K. Kotwal and other officers, officials of the Department.

During the visit, the Director visited Village Kangar and Thatar, where he interacted with farmers and took feedback regarding the implementation of the horticulture development schemes. He enquired about the issues and requirements of the farming community and assured the farmers of all possible departmental support.

The Director also inspected horticulture plantations and developmental activities being carried out under different departmental schemes, including JKCIP, normal-spacing plantations and other departmental programmes. He reviewed the progress of the schemes on the ground and emphasized the need for timely and effective implementation so that maximum benefits reach the farming community.

Later, the Director visited a Dragon Fruit Orchard at Raipur, where he inspected the plantation and interacted with the farmer regarding the cultivation practices, production, field-level challenges and scope for promoting dragon fruit cultivation in the area.

The Director appreciated the efforts of the field staff and stressed upon the officers to maintain close coordination with farmers, provide necessary technical guidance and encourage the adoption of modern and high-value horticulture practices for improving productivity, diversification and farmers’ income.

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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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