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

ANANTNAG: The Postgraduate Department of Pharmacology, Government Medical College (GMC) Anantnag, under the guidance of Principal and Dean, Prof. Dr. Rukhsana Najeeb, observed Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week from November 18-24, 2025, with a series of community outreach activities. The theme for this year's awareness week was "Act Now: Protect Our Present, Secure Our Future."

As part of the global initiative to combat the growing threat of drug-resistant infections, the department organized awareness visits, field visits, rallies, and competitions to promote responsible antibiotic use and highlight the importance of collective responsibility in curbing AMR.

The activities included awareness visits to GMC Anantnag Hospital Janglat Mandi, field visits to Primary Health Centres (PHCs) at Sagam and Brakapora, and Maternity Hospital, Sherbagh. During these visits, faculty members and students interacted with patients, caregivers, and healthcare staff, emphasizing the need for judicious antibiotic use.

Undergraduate MBBS students actively participated in rallies and helped disseminate key messages to the community. A quiz and poster competition was also organized for Phase 2 MBBS students, which saw enthusiastic participation and reflected a strong academic interest in AMR.

Through these activities, GMC Anantnag reaffirmed its commitment to promoting awareness about antimicrobial resistance and encouraging responsible practices among healthcare professionals, patients, and the community.

The event was well-received, and the college hopes that it will contribute to a broader understanding of the issue and inspire collective action to address this critical public health concern.

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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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