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

SRINAGAR: Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Anshul Garg, today conducted a comprehensive review of the physical and financial progress of various development projects being executed under the Srinagar Metropolitan Development Authority (SMDA).

The meeting was attended by the Deputy Commissioners of Srinagar, Budgam, and Ganderbal; Commissioner SMC; Vice Chairman SDA; CEO Wullar Manasbal Development Authority; Town Planning Officer; CPO Bandipora and other concerned officials.

During the review, the Divisional Commissioner assessed the status of works on key projects including the development of Transport Nagar Parimpora, construction of community facility centres across multiple city locations, development of Bairam Hills in Budgam, construction of marriage halls, ongoing works at Mansbal Lake, and establishment of public parks in Sumbal.

Addressing the officers, the Div Com stressed the importance of completing all ongoing works within the stipulated timelines. He further directed them to submit revised expenditure details for extended works and ensure timely submission of bills for clearance of liabilities.

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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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