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

SHOPIAN: Ayush Department Shopian today organised a series of health-oriented activities across the district aimed at strengthening public awareness, promoting healthy lifestyles and enhancing the capacity of frontline health workers.

A training session for Multipurpose Health Workers (MPHWs) was held on Public Health Programmes under the guidance of Dr. Javaid Ahmad Wani, District Nodal Officer Ayush Shopian. The session focused on improving community-level health delivery and equipping the workers with knowledge on preventive healthcare.

Simultaneously, the team of Ayushman Arogya Mandir Turkwangam Shopian conducted a Free Awareness Camp on diarrheal diseases in children, highlighting early symptoms, preventive measures, and the importance of timely medical intervention.

In line with the national vision of fostering a drug-free society, a Yoga session under the theme “Nasha Mukht Bharat” was organised at Ayushman Arogya Mandir (Ayush) Keegam. The session was led by a Yoga Instructor, who demonstrated various asanas and breathing techniques beneficial for mental and physical well-being.

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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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