In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
  • Emphasizes collaborative frameworks in restoration practices to conserve architecture on heritage pattern

SRINAGAR: In order to review the progression of the heritage preservation projects in the district, a meeting was held under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat, at Conference Hall of DC Office Complex here, today. At the outset, DC highlighted the significant cultural value of Srinagar’s architectural heritage, underscoring the critical need to preserve these historical assets as symbols of the District’s identity and legacy. He laid emphasis on collaborative frameworks in restoration practices to conserve architecture of the identified sites on heritage patterns.

Dr Bilal remarked that protecting Srinagar’s architectural heritage is essential for cultural continuity and tourism promotion besides religious aspects. On the occasion, the DC directed for constituting an Experts Team that will visit all sites and share a conservation report with the executing agencies so that preservation, revival, maintenance projects on identified sites in Srinagar District including Aali Masjid, Vicharnag Temple, Ziyarat Naqashband Sahib, Zeathyar Narayan Mutt temple, Solina, and Baba Ghulam-U-Din Shrine.

During the meeting, the DC also held interaction with the different stakeholders and received their feedback for ensuring smooth and sustainable progression of the heritage preservation projects. He directed all departments involved to expedite efforts and collaborate closely to ensure the effective implementation of heritage preservation projects. The DC reiterated the Administration’s commitment to protect and revitalize Srinagar’s historical assets and religious places, ensuring they are preserved for future generations to appreciate and learn from.

Besides, Chief Planning Officer, the meeting was attended by Superintending Engineer R&B, Executive Engineers of R&B, Officers from Archives, Archaeology & Museums Kashmir, experts from Kashmir University, SKUAST, INTACH and other concerned.

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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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