RAMBAN: District Hospital Ramban has marked a significant milestone with the successful performance of its first-ever aesthetic (cosmetic) surgical procedure. A 22-year-old male patient with bilateral Type IIb Idiopathic Gynecomastia underwent bilateral subcutaneous mastectomy under epidural analgesia.

The surgery was successfully performed by Dr. Yassar Arafat along with Dr. Syed Muzammil. Comprehensive preoperative evaluation, including a detailed hormonal profile, was carried out and found to be within normal limits.

Anaesthesia services were expertly managed by Dr. Reyaz Dagloo. The surgical team was efficiently assisted by Zahoor, Haroon and Reyaz, whose support contributed greatly to the smooth conduct of the procedure.

This achievement represents the first aesthetic/cosmetic surgery of its kind at District Hospital Ramban, highlighting the expanding surgical capabilities of the institution and its commitment to providing advanced healthcare services at the district level. Pertinently, all surgical procedures at DH Ramban are done under the able guidance of MS DH Ramban, Dr Sudershan Singh Katoch and leadership of Dr Mohammad Rafi, Consultant Orthopedics DH Ramban.

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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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