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

SRINAGAR : Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo on Thursday inspected the progress of ongoing construction works for the new building for Tehsil Office Eidgah, aimed at modernizing and augmenting the revenue setup to enhance public service delivery.

The DC was accompanied by Additional Deputy Commissioner, Mir Imtiyaz Ul Aziz, Chief Planning Officer, Fayaz Ahmad Dar; Tehsildar Eidgah, Mohammad Iqbal Zargar; Executive Engineer R&B (Core), Arif Rehman Hazari, Executive Engineer Water Works Division, Aijaz Ahmad, besides other officers and engineers of the concerned departments.

During the visit, the DC reviewed the quality and pace of work on the upcoming office complex. The new Revenue Office building is being constructed by the R&B Department.

The Officers apprised the DC that the new Tehsil Office will include a Tehsildar Room, Tehsildar Court Room, Waiting Hall, Naib Tehsildar Room, Staff Room, Meeting Hall, Computer Room, Establishment Room, and a modernized Record Room. It was further reported that brickwork for the ground floor of the G+1 structure has been completed, while soakage and septic works are currently in progress.

On the occasion, the DC stressed the importance of timely completion and adherence to quality standards to ensure efficient functioning of the Tehsil Office and create a more citizen-friendly environment for revenue-related services. He directed the executing agency to expedite the pace of work keeping in view the limited working season while maintaining high construction standards.

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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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