DODA: Deputy Commissioner (DC), Harvinder Singh, today inaugurated the Haj Pilgrims Vaccination Camp–2026 at OPD Block of Government Medical College (GMC) Doda. After the inauguration, the Deputy Commissioner Doda interacted with the Haj pilgrims, enquired about their preparedness for the pilgrimage and assessed the medical and other facilities being provided.

He emphasized the importance of timely vaccination and adherence to health protocols to safeguard pilgrims during the sacred journey. Additional Deputy Commissioner Anil Kumar Thakur, also interacted with the pilgrims and extended his best wishes for a safe and comfortable pilgrimage.

The Deputy Commissioner Doda reviewed the arrangements put in place by the Health Department. He directed the concerned officials to ensure that the requisite medical and logistical support is extended to the pilgrims in a timely and hassle-free manner.

A total of 90 Haj pilgrims were vaccinated at various designated centres across the district. These included 39 pilgrims at OPD block in GMC, 20 at CHC Bhaderwah and 31 at CHC Gandoh.

The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) informed that vaccines including OPV (Oral Polio Vaccine), QMMV (Quadrivalent Meningococcal Meningitis Vaccine) and SIV (Seasonal Influenza Vaccine) were administered to the pilgrims to safeguard them against communicable diseases during the pilgrimage.

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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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