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

GANDERBAL: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore today released the Annual Calendar brought out by the District Information Centre, Ganderbal. The calendar reflects the natural beauty, cultural heritage, spiritual significance and developmental profile of District Ganderbal through a series of carefully curated photographs. The calendar highlights prominent tourist destinations including Sonamarg, Thajiwas Glacier, Manasbal Lake and the scenic alpine lakes of Vishansar and Krishansar, showcasing the district’s rich landscape and tourism potential.

The calendar also features prominent religious and heritage sites such as the Shrine of Sayed Qamar-ud-Din Shah Sahib in Ganderbal town, ancient Naranag Temple, Mata Kheer Bhawani Temple at Tullmulla and the holy Amarnath Cave, representing faith, devotion and communal harmony. The calendar provided a platform to local photographers to showcase their works and also served as an encouragement for budding photographers. The DC appreciated the efforts of the District Information Centre in creatively portraying the district’s multifaceted identity and said that the calendar serves as an effective medium to promote tourism, cultural heritage and developmental achievements of Ganderbal.

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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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