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

SRINAGAR: Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai, today handed over the reins ofthe Chinar Corps after being at the helm for the last 16 months. The period witnessed a strong security architecturefacilitating peace and stability in the region.It saw the conduct of two incident free Amarnath Yatras, the Parliamentary Elections in May 2024 and the Assembly Electionsafter a period of 10 years, in September to October 2024. The Corps achieved numerous successes in Counter Infiltration Operations on the Line of Control and in Counter Terrorists Operations in the valley,thereby dealing a significant and crippling blow to the terror network. 

Today, the region stands at the doors of a new dawn. Various programmes to reach out to the Kashmir people were notable during this time and the outgoing Corps Commander will be remembered for his humane and friendly approach.  He now moves to Army Headquarters where he will assume the appointment at the Director General of Military Operations.  Lieutenant General Ghai extendedhis greetings to the people of Kashmir and wish them the very best for a bright and promising future.

Lieutenant General Prashant Srivastava,assumed command of the strategic Kashmir based Chinar Corps.  On assumption of command, he paid obeisance at the Chinar War Memorial at Badami Bagh Cantonment, Srinagar, honouring the sacrifices of the Bravehearts for the Nation. A battlehardened soldier, Lieutenant General Prashant Srivastava,during his 34 years of illustrious military career, has held numerous prestigious command and staff appointments.  The General Officer possesses extensive operational experience in Counter Insurgency and Counter terrorist Operations having served in both Jammu and Kashmir as well as the North East.  He hascommanded the Counter Insurgency Force (Victor) in South Kashmir. 

On assuming command, Lieutenant General Srivastava extended warm greetings to the people of Kashmir, reaffirming his commitment to work closely with the Civil Administration and the community, to build a peaceful and prosperous future.  He urged members of the society to join hands with the security agencies in overcoming the challenges posed by terrorism. 

As the mantle of leadership passes on, the Chinar Corps remains a symbol of unity, resilience and hope, dedicated to securing the region, ushering peace alongside nurturing its cultural heritage and future aspirations.  

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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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