SAMBA: Deputy Commissioner Samba Ayushi Sudan today handed over a fully equipped ambulance to the District Health Department. Kandhari Beverages Limited (Samba Unit) contributed the ambulance under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) mandate. Chief Medical Officer Samba Dr Vidhi Bhatial received the vehicle, which will help extend medical services to remote areas of the district.

Addressing the gathering, the Deputy Commissioner emphasised the role of corporate partnerships in improving healthcare accessibility for geographically remote communities. She stated that the timely availability of emergency medical transport is a primary concern in difficult terrain and appreciated the contribution by Kandhari Beverages Limited.

Chief Medical Officer Dr Vidhi Bhatial acknowledged the support and assured that the Health Department would deploy the ambulance to serve patients in hard-to-reach areas. The vehicle will help reduce delays in emergency medical response and patient transportation. The district administration expressed appreciation for the contribution and urged other corporate entities in the region to invest in social infrastructure to support public health in Samba.

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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.

— Team JK Monitor

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