KATHUA: Director Health Services, Jammu, Dr.  Abdul Hamid Zargar on Wednesday visited Community Health Centre (CHC) Hiranagar and Primary Health Centre (PHC) Ramkot - Billawar to assess the functioning of the twin health institutions. Chief Medical Officer and BMOs of District Kathua accompanied the Director.

The Director inspected OPD, IPD, emergency services, laboratory, pharmacy and other critical sections during his visit to CHC Hiranagar. He reviewed the availability of essential medicines, diagnostic facilities, equipment functionality, manpower deployment and cleanliness of the premises. Patient feedback was also taken to assess service quality and responsiveness of the healthcare staff. The Director directed the Incharge Medical Officer to ensure strict adherence to duty rosters and proper maintenance of hospital records.

The Director also reviewed implementation of national health programmes, maternal and child health services, immunization coverage and referral services. Emphasis was laid on strengthening emergency care, ensuring timely referrals and maintaining uninterrupted health services, especially in rural and peripheral areas.

Later, the DHSJ visited PHC Ramkot- Billawar where he assessed OPD services, labour room preparedness, cold chain maintenance, drug availability and sanitation facilities. He interacted with healthcare staff and issued instructions to further improve patient care, cleanliness and community outreach activities. Stress was laid on regular field visits, IEC activities and effective monitoring of public health programmes.

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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.

— Team JK Monitor

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