RAMBAN: The Department of Animal Husbandry Ramban today launched the eighth round of the Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) Vaccination Campaign under the National Animal Disease Control Programme (NADCP), aimed at eradicating Foot and Mouth Disease by 2030.

The campaign was inaugurated by Chief Animal Husbandry Officer Ramban Dr Rajesh Arora, along with the Disease Investigation Officer Ramban, in the presence of the Medical Veterinary Officer (MVO), Technical Officer, veterinary doctors and para-veterinary staff.

The district-wide campaign will continue for the next two months, covering all eligible livestock. The department has sensitised and mobilised field staff across the district to ensure effective implementation.

Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Animal Husbandry Officer said the vaccination drive would prevent Foot and Mouth Disease, safeguard livestock health and improve productivity in the animal husbandry sector. He appealed to livestock owners to extend full cooperation to field staff and ensure all eligible animals are vaccinated during the campaign.

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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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