SRINAGAR: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo, who is also Chairman District Red Cross Society today handed over a cheque amounting to Rs. 2.5 lakh to District Tuberculosis Officer for providing additional nutritional support to Tuberculosis (TB) patients (Nikshay Mitras) under the Pradhan Mantri TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan of district Srinagar.

Additional Deputy Commissioner, Aadil Fareed, Chief Medical Officer, Dr Tahir Sajad, District TB Officer, Dr Abdul Rouf, Block Medical Officer Hazratbal, Dr Abdul Majid, District Nodal Officer, Dr Mudasir and others concerned were present on the occasion.

Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner underscored the importance of nutritional support as a critical component of TB treatment and recovery. He stated that the initiative reflects the District Administration’s commitment to providing holistic care to all affected individuals and urged all concerned officials to work with dedication and coordination to strengthen TB care services and improve treatment outcomes across Srinagar district.

The District Tuberculosis Officer expressed his gratitude to the Deputy Commissioner, highlighting the District Administration’s continued commitment. He further stated that Rs. 2.31 lakh was provided last year, followed by Rs. 2.5 lakh this year, which will significantly contribute towards achieving better treatment success rates and strengthening TB care in District Srinagar. This assistance is in addition to Rs. 1,000 per month provided to TB patients during the TB treatment by the Central TB Division.

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

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