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

JAMMU: Divisional Commissioner Jammu Ramesh Kumar    reviewed the progress of work on Jammu-Akhnoor-Poonch and Budhal-Mahore-Gool roads at a meeting. He discussed the land accusation issues and stressed on inter-departmental coordination to remove bottlenecks, if any.

The Jammu-Akhnoor-Poonch road project, a part of National Highway 144A, involves widening of the existing road to a 2-lane highway with paved shoulders. Similarly, Budhal-Mahore-Gool widening project aims to improve connectivity between the districts of Rajouri, Budhal, Gool, Ramban, and Reasi by upgrading the existing road to double-lane highway. The   project involves upgrading the existing road to National Highway specifications

The meeting was attended by Chief Conservator of Forests Jammu, Deputy Commissioners of Jammu, Poonch, Rajouri and Reasi, Chief Engineer Project Beacon/Sampark. The Divisional Commissioner was apprised by respective District Administrations and senior officials of Border Roads Organization about the current status of the twin projects and progress made in terms of disbursement of compensation and removal of structures to facilitate up-gradation/construction of the roads.

The Div Com directed for speedy resolution of hindrances, if any, for timely execution of road construction works by the concerned executing agencies. He asked the district administrations to provide all possible assistance to the executing agency to ensure speedy execution of works.

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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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