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

RAMBAN: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Ramban Mohammad Alyas Khan today chaired a review meeting to assess progress under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) with a focus on the functioning of Kisan Khidmat Ghars (KKGs) and the handholding of Krishi Udyamis (KUs).

The DDC reviewed infrastructure at KKGs, availability of IT equipment, Wi-Fi installation, daily KU reporting, CSC onboarding and the status of Seed and Fertilizer License issuance. He stressed the need for improved field presence, timely reporting and stronger interdepartmental coordination for efficient service delivery to farmers.

On the occasion, the DDC distributed modern bee hives to registered beneficiaries under the Promotion of Apiculture component, aimed at encouraging scientific beekeeping and enhancing farmers’ income.

Addressing farmers, the DDC highlighted Ramban’s favourable climate for apiculture and assured continuous technical support from the Agriculture Department. He directed all departments to work in mission mode to achieve physical and financial targets under HADP. He reiterated the administration’s commitment to agricultural diversification and enhancing farmers’ income.

The DDC appreciated the efforts of the Agriculture and allied departments and instructed officers to work in mission mode to achieve the district’s physical and financial targets under HADP. Chief Agriculture Officer Ramban, Dr. Vinay Kumar Jandial assured the DDC that all departments would continue to work in a coordinated and mission-driven manner to meet the set targets and provide the best possible services to the farming community.

The meeting was attended by the Chief Agriculture Officer, Chief Horticulture Officer, Chief Animal Husbandry Officer, District Sheep Husbandry Officer, District Sericulture Officer, Assistant Director Fisheries, District Agriculture Officer, Area Marketing Officer and other concerned officials.

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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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