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

DODA: An awareness programme, under the National Programme for Control of Blindness and Visual Impairment (NPCBVI) and as part of the ongoing 41st National Fortnight on Eye Donation, was organized today here at Government ANMT School.

The programme was conducted under the guidance of Chief Medical Officer Dr. Vinod Sharma and attended by Senior Ophthalmologist, GMC, Dr. Farooq Runyal, Principal ANMT School and other staff members of CMO Office.

During the awareness programme, Dr. Farooq Runyal educated the students and staff about the importance of eye donation and encouraged people to come forward and pledge their eyes after death. He explained that eye donation is a noble act through which an individual can help restore the gift of sight to persons suffering from corneal blindness.

Speaking on the occasion, the CMO said that eye donation is one of the noblest forms of service to humanity as it can give someone the precious gift of sight even after a person’s death. He urged the students, staff and the general public to dispel myths and misconceptions surrounding eye donation and spread awareness about this noble cause.

In a significant gesture, Dr. Vinod Sharma formally announced to donate his eyes after death, setting an inspiring example for others and emphasizing that a person can continue to serve humanity even after life.

The CMO further appealed to people to discuss eye donation with their families and motivate eligible individuals to take a pledge for this noble cause. He emphasized that collective efforts and increased public awareness can help reduce avoidable blindness and bring hope to those waiting for the gift of sight.

The participants were urged to spread awareness about eye donation among their families, friends and communities and motivate more people to come forward and take a pledge for eye donation.

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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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