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

GANDERBAL: The Cultural Unit Kashmir of the Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR), in collaboration with Government Degree College (GDC) Ganderbal, organised a Drug Awareness and Prevention Programme on the theme “Drug-Free Jammu & Kashmir: Challenges and the Way Forward” at the college auditorium.

The programme was coordinated by Dr. Wasia and Dr. Jamsheeda Akhter, while Prof. Fouzia Fatima, Principal, GDC Ganderbal, highlighted the role of educational institutions in creating awareness against drug abuse and promoting healthy lifestyles among youth.

Dr. Mohammad Zubair Ahmad Lattoo, Deputy Director (Hqrs), DIPR, who attended as Chief Guest, stressed the need for collective efforts to combat drug addiction and urged students to become ambassadors of awareness in their communities.

While AECO, Cultural Unit DIPR, Syed Shakeel Shan encouraged students to channel their energies towards education, sports, culture and creative pursuits, and spread awareness against drug abuse.

The programme featured a seminar and a skit highlighting the harmful effects of drug addiction. In the speech competition, Lubna Jan secured first position, followed by Rukaya Batool and Mohammad Shadab. The skit presentation by students received appreciation for its impactful message.

Certificates were distributed among participants and winners by the dignitaries. The programme concluded with a collective pledge to work towards a Drug-Free Jammu & Kashmir.

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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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