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

JAMMU: District Magistrate Jammu Sachin Kumar Vaishya today chaired a meeting of senior officers to review the arrangements being made for the smooth and successful conduct of the Independence Day celebration function at MA Stadium.

The meeting was also attended by SSP Joginder Singh, ADC Ansuya Jamwal, Chief Planning Officer Ajaypal Singh, Joint Director Information Deepak Dubey, besides Sub Divisional Magistrates and other senior officers from police and other departments as well.

Threadbare discussions were held regarding seating arrangements, stage preparation, decoration, security, traffic regulation, cultural programmes, power and water supply, sanitation, health care and other allied services. The concerned departments were directed to make all necessary arrangements well in advance to ensure the event is conducted in a dignified and coordinated manner.

The DM emphasised inter-departmental coordination and timely execution of responsibilities. Police and allied security agencies were instructed to ensure foolproof security and manage traffic diversions. JPDCL and Jal Shakti departments were directed to provide their services as per their mandate.

Health Department was asked to deploy medical teams and station ambulances at the venue, while JMC was directed to undertake sanitation drives and ensure cleanliness in and around the stadium. The Department of Floriculture was entrusted with floral decoration and the Information Department with installation of the public address system and other communication facilities.

The DM directed all departments to depute nodal officers and submit detailed action taken reports. He called for collective and coordinated efforts to ensure the event is celebrated with patriotic fervor and grandeur.

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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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