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

UDHAMPUR: District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Udhampur, under the guidance and supervision of Virinder Singh Bhou, Principal District & Sessions Judge/ Chairman DLSA and Sumati Sharma, Sub-Judge/Secretary DLSA organized an awareness program at Government District Hospital Udhampur to commemorate World AIDS Prevention Day.

The resource persons for the program were Additional Special Mobile Magistrate Akashdeep and Panel Lawyer DLSA Advocate Sanjeet Kumar. The Secretary, DLSA Udhampur was also present, emphasizing the importance of the cause. The program aimed to educate hospital staff, patients and locals about AIDS, its causes, symptoms, treatment options and prevention strategies.

The resource persons delivered informative speeches, highlighting the importance of HIV testing, treatment adherence and reducing stigma around the disease. They also discussed the role of community support in helping individuals living with HIV/AIDS lead a healthy life. The doctors present also contributed to the discussion, providing expert perspectives on HIV/AIDS management and treatment.

Secretary DLSA Sumati Sharma also spoke on the topic, highlighting the importance of community support. The program raised awareness about AIDS and the importance of a supportive and non-judgmental approach towards people living with HIV/AIDS.

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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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