SRINAGAR: In a significant step towards modernising Waqf administration, the Jammu & Kashmir Waqf Board has launched a Technological Empowerment Initiative aimed at strengthening digital infrastructure across its shrine administrations and sub-units. Under the initiative, computer systems were distributed among administrators of various Waqf Board shrines and sub-units at the New Central Waqf Office, Sonwar, Srinagar, by Dr. Syed Darakhshan Andrabi, Minister of State and Hon’ble Chairperson, J&K Waqf Board.

The programme was attended by senior officials, including Dr. Bashir Ahmad, JKAS, Special Officer Auqaf; Mr. Ishtiyaq Mohiuddin, JKAS, Executive Magistrate & Tehsildar, J&K Waqf Board; Er. Qazi Mushtaq, Executive Engineer; Er. Rehmatullah Bhat, Junior Engineer & Incharge Officer; and Er. Murtaza, Assistant Executive Engineer.

The initiative aims to enhance day-to-day administrative efficiency, digital record management, official communication and technology-enabled service delivery across Waqf institutions. It forms part of the Board’s broader modernisation and reform agenda, with a focus on digitisation, e-governance, improved record-keeping, transparency and accountability.

The initiative, aptly reflected in its theme “Empowering Administration through Technology,” underscores the Board’s commitment to building a modern, efficient and technology-enabled Waqf administration across Jammu & Kashmir.

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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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