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

NAGROTA: MLA Nagrota, Ms. Devyani Rana, today expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the Hon’ble Union Minister for Railways, Mr. Ashwini Vaishnaw Ji for the restoration of DMU 74907 and 74906, which had remained suspended have now been resumed for public service.

Rana stated that the resumption of these crucial DMU services comes as a major relief for thousands of daily commuters, students, office-goers, and traders of the Nagrota Assembly Constituency. She said the resumption of these services marks not just the return of a train, but the restoration of a critical lifeline that directly impacts livelihoods and daily routines.

She further noted that the restoration has been made possible due to the timely intervention and support of the Central BJP leadership & Union Railway Ministry, which acknowledged and swiftly acted to address the genuine concerns of the people of Nagrota.

Rana emphasized that restarting DMU 74907 and 74906 will greatly ease mobility, reduce travel time, and improve the daily lives of residents across several panchayats and villages that depend heavily on rail transport. She reiterated her commitment to continually pursuing development-oriented initiatives in the Nagrota constituency.

She said that during the election campaign, the people of the area had urged her to take up the matter of restoring the train service with the concerned authorities. “I sincerely thank the Hon’ble Railway Minister for promptly addressing this long-pending demand of the people of Nagrota”, she reiterated gratitude on behalf of the public for fulfilling their genuine demand. 

Rana said that this timely action reflects the BJP’s commitment to strengthening connectivity and addressing local grievances with sensitivity and efficiency in the most efficient and prompt manner.

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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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