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

SAMBA: Deputy Commissioner Samba Ayushi Sudan today chaired a meeting under the Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan at the Conference Hall of the DC Office to review the preparations for the Inter-Block District-Level Volleyball Tournament being organised as part of the ongoing anti-drug awareness campaign. The meeting was attended by the Additional Deputy Commissioner, Assistant Commissioner Revenue, General Manager District Industries Centre, Chief Education Officer, Chief Medical Officer and other district officers.

During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner conducted a detailed review of the arrangements for the Inter-Block District-Level Volleyball Tournament, scheduled to commence on July 20, 2026. She directed the concerned officers to ensure the timely completion of all necessary arrangements, including venue preparedness, coordination with participating teams, security, medical assistance, transportation and other logistical requirements to facilitate the smooth and successful conduct of the tournament.

Emphasising the objectives of the Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan, the DC stressed the importance of active inter-departmental coordination and directed all concerned departments to work in close coordination to ensure the successful conduct of the tournament while promoting the message of a drug-free and healthy society among the youth.

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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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