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

JAMMU: A three-day Capacity Building Programme on Public Financial Management System (PFMS), Government e-Marketplace (GeM) and preparation of final accounts including income and expenditure account and balance sheet, for principals and staff of Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS), Tribal Affairs Department, Government of Jammu & Kashmir was conducted at Northern Zonal Accountancy Training Institute (NZATI), Jammu from 7 to 9 July 2026. The concluding session was held under the guidance and supervision of Director Finance/Principal NZATI Rajesh Talwar.

The programme aimed to strengthen the financial management capabilities of EMRS functionaries while promoting transparency, accountability and efficiency in financial administration. It was attended by Vandana Sharma (EMRS Principal, Salia, Anantnag), Amit (I/C EMRS Principal, Tangmarg), Vikki Sharma (EMRS Principal, Mendhar, Poonch), Shafaqat Hussain (EMRS Principal, Gurez, Bandipora), JP Singh Jamwal (EMRS Principal, Gurdhanbala, Rajouri) and Ranjan Kumar (EMRS Principal, Hubbi Koteranka) along with Junior Secretariat Assistants, Accountants and other designated officials from EMRS institutions across the Union Territory. The programme provided participants with practical knowledge and hands-on experience in government financial procedures, digital procurement systems and statutory accounting practices, enabling them to strengthen financial governance in their respective institutions.

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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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