RAJOURI: Deputy Commissioner Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma, today kick started the Telemedicine Facility at Government Medical College Rajouri to enhance access to specialized healthcare services for the people of the district.

After formally starting the facility, the Deputy Commissioner reviewed the arrangements put in place for smooth functioning of telemedicine services. He inspected the infrastructure, connectivity setup, consultation rooms and coordination mechanisms established for facilitating online consultations with specialists.

Deputy Commissioner directed the hospital administration to publish a proper schedule of doctors available for consultation through the telemedicine facility so that patients can avail the services in a systematic and convenient manner. He emphasized that wide publicity should be given to the schedule to ensure maximum public awareness and utilization of the service.

Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner said that the Telemedicine Facility will bridge the gap between patients and specialist doctors, particularly benefiting those who face difficulties in traveling outside the district for expert medical advice.

During his visit, the Deputy Commissioner also inspected the Dialysis Unit of the Medical College. He reviewed the functioning of the unit, availability of equipment, patient load and other facilities being provided to the beneficiaries. He directed the concerned authorities to ensure uninterrupted dialysis services and proper maintenance of equipment for the convenience of patients. CPO Rajouri Maqsood Ahmed, Medical Superintendent Shamim Ahmed, Dr. Jameel Ahmed and other doctors accompanied the Deputy Commissioner during the visit.

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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.

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