DODA: Ayushman Arogya Mandir (AAM) Sub Centre Shaya, Medical Block Assar, has emerged as a National Quality Assurance Standards (NQAS) certified facility, securing a score of 94.52% in the National Level Assessment for Financial Year 2025–26, declared by the National Health Systems Resource Centre (NHSRC), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MOHFW), Government of India.

The achievement reflects the commitment of the healthcare team at AAM Sub Centre Shaya towards providing quality, patient-centric and efficient primary healthcare services in line with NQAS standards prescribed by the MOHFW, Government of India. Chief Medical Officer Doda Dr Vinod Sharma expressed confidence that the achievement would inspire other health institutions across the district to strive for excellence.

The CMO further acknowledged the guidance and support of Deputy Commissioner Doda Krishan Lal in strengthening the healthcare delivery system and promoting quality improvement initiatives across the district.

Block Medical Officer Assar Dr Syed Mohammad Ismail called the recognition a proud milestone for Medical Block Assar and the District Health Society Doda. He also acknowledged the ongoing guidance provided by the District Quality Assurance Unit, Doda.

The District Health Society Doda reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening healthcare services further and ensuring more health facilities achieve National Quality Assurance Standards certification going forward.

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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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