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

JAMMU: Minister for Education, Sakeena Itoo today informed the House that around 150 Principals, Lecturers and Teachers are being detached to their original postings in School Education department to streamline the academic activities in Gurez, as well as other far flung and rural areas.

The Minister stated this in Legislative Assembly today during Zero Hour in response to issue of non-availability of teachers in Gurez area, raised by Legislator, Nazir Ahmad Khan (Gurezi).

The Education Minister underlined that the step is being taken to ensure smooth educational activities in these areas and ensure equitable education for the students. She further said that the Director School Education Kashmir has already been instructed to complete the process of detachment, particularly in the districts of Baramulla, Bandipora and Srinagar and post them in original place of postings.

She added that no representations from any quarters regarding transfers will be entertained in education department, except on the grounds of health emergency or marriage.

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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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