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

BARAMULLA: As part of Road Safety Month from 01 to 31 January, the Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Minga Sherpa today flagged off a road safety awareness rally to sensitise the public about safe driving practices and traffic discipline.

The rally, organised by the Motor Vehicles Department, was flagged off with prominently displayed awareness banners highlighting key road safety messages, including wearing seat belts and helmets, avoiding overspeeding, refraining from drink-driving, and not using mobile phones while driving.

Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner emphasised that road safety is a shared responsibility and called upon drivers, commuters and pedestrians to strictly adhere to traffic rules to prevent accidents and save lives. The initiative aims to create mass awareness across the district throughout the month.

Additional Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Syed Altaf Hussain, Assistant Regional Transport Office (ARTO) Baramulla, Mudasir Hussain wani, officials of MVD and traffic personnel were present during flagging off ceremony.

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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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