In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
  • Inspects CHC Kandi Building Works, visits Buddal

RAJOURI: Director Health Services, Jammu (DHSJ) Dr. Abdul Hamid Zargar, along with the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Rajouri, today visited various health institutions in the Kandi area to review healthcare facilities and assess the progress of infrastructure development.

During the visit to Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Kandi, the Director held a review meeting with medical and paramedical staff to assess the functioning of the hospital. Key issues, including availability of manpower, patient care services, implementation of national health programmes and overall hospital performance were discussed.

The DHSJ also met public delegations and listened to their demands. The Director emphasized the need to ensure quality healthcare delivery, patient-friendly services and strict adherence to prescribed norms.

The Director, accompanied by the CMO, also inspected the completed building at Community Health Centre (CHC) Kandi. The quality of construction and readiness of the infrastructure were reviewed. The concerned authorities were asked to make optimal use of the newly developed facilities for the benefit of the public.

Later, the Director visited Buddal Block to take stock of healthcare services in the area. He interacted with healthcare staff and stressed the importance of strengthening outreach services, particularly in remote and hilly regions, to ensure accessible and timely medical care to the population. The visit highlighted the Health Department’s continued focus on strengthening health infrastructure and improving service delivery at all.

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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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