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

UDHAMPUR: District Administration Udhampur, in collaboration with the Social Welfare Department and Department of Youth Services and Sports, today organized an awareness programme to mark the 6th Anniversary of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan. The event was held to sensitize students and the community members to the harmful effects of drug abuse and promote a healthy, drug-free society.

Additional District Development Commissioner Jugal Kishore was the chief guest, while commanding officer, BSF Sanjay Dobal and Chief Education Officer Sunil Kumar Khajuria were the guests of honour.    District Social Welfare Officer Kanika Gupta presided over the programme.

Speaking on the occasion, the chief guest sensitized the students about the serious physical, psychological and social consequences of drug abuse. He urged them to stay away from drugs, adopt a healthy lifestyle and play an active role in spreading awareness among their peers and within the community.

The Nasha Mukt Bharat pledge was administered to the participants, who reaffirmed their commitment to staying away from drugs and contributing towards building a healthy and drug-free India. A skit highlighting the devastating impact of drug abuse was also presented by the students, effectively conveying the message of prevention and awareness.

Later, the chief guest gave away certificates to the participants and appreciated their active participation in the awareness programme. The programme was attended by more than 200 individuals including officials from Education, DYSSO, Social Welfare and students from different schools and colleges.

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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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