In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
  • Directs officers to inspect proposed laboratory sites, ensure regular monitoring of project progress

KATHUA: Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma today chaired a meeting with the Health Department functionaries to assess the progress of the Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (ABHIM) in the district, with a special focus on the establishment of Block level Public Health Laboratories.

Chief Medical Officer Dr Vijay Raina briefed the Deputy Commissioner about the project, outlining its key components, objectives and proposed implementation, with emphasis on strengthening public health laboratory infrastructure at the block level.

The Deputy Commissioner stressed the need for close coordination among the concerned officials to resolve bottlenecks, wherever encountered and ensure timely implementation of the project as per prescribed guidelines. He directed the concerned officers to visit the sites identified for Block Public Health Laboratories and assess their suitability.

The representatives from HSCC India Ltd. were directed to personally visit Sub Division Bani along with a team from Health department and local administration to finalise the site and put up the fresh report by Friday next week. The meeting was attended by CPO Ranjeet Thakur; Medical Superintendent AH GMC Dr Neeraj Nagpal, BMOs and other concerned officers of the Health Department.

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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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