DODA: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Doda, Harvinder Singh today inaugurated the Al-Khidmat Diagnostic Laboratory located opposite the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Office, Doda. The diagnostic facility established under the ownership of Nusrat Banoo aims to strengthen healthcare services in the district by providing accessible and reliable diagnostic testing facilities to the public.

The laboratory is equipped with modern diagnostic equipment and is expected to benefit patients by ensuring timely and accurate medical investigations locally. The Deputy Commissioner appreciated the initiative, stating that the establishment of quality diagnostic facilities plays a vital role in improving healthcare delivery and reducing the need for patients to travel outside the district for medical tests. He emphasized that such private healthcare initiatives complement government efforts in enhancing medical infrastructure and public health services.

During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner also interacted with members of the public and staff present at the facility, seeking feedback regarding healthcare services and stressing the importance of maintaining high standards of hygiene, accuracy and patient care. Locals welcomed the opening of the laboratory and expressed hope that it would significantly ease access to diagnostic services in Doda. The inauguration ceremony was attended by EO MC Doda, health officials and locals.

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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.

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