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

JAMMU: A grand Hindu Sammelan was successfully organised at the historic Dewan Mandir, drawing wide participation from the community and dignitaries. The event was organised by the Hindu Sammelan Ayojan Samiti under the supervision of eminent educationist and Sanskrit scholar Sh. L.D. Shastri.

Spiritual discourses were delivered by Swami Sacchidanand ji of Divya Jyoti Jagriti Sansthan, Jammu, and Rajyogi Bramhakumar Ravinder Bali ji of Brahma Kumaris, J&K. They emphasised Hindu unity and the need to cultivate Sanatan Drishti to transcend differences arising from caste, language, region, or ethnicity.

The keynote address was delivered by Sh Suneel ji, Pradesh Adhyaksh of Sehkar Bharti (J&K), who elaborated on the five transformative measures—Panch Parivartan—for holistic socio-economic transformation of Indian society.

The cultural segment featured impressive vocal performances by local artists Mahima Chhibber, Samarth and Luv Bhardwaj; a captivating Santoor recital by Rohit Sharma; Vedic mantra recitations by disciples from the Ved Pathshala Ambphalla; and performances by child artists Samarth Soni and Harshika Soni. Shri Sanatan Dharm Natak Samaj troupe presented a moving enactment of the meeting of Shabri and Prabhu Ram, highlighting _Samajik Samrasta_ in the ancient Hindu social order.

Dignitaries honoured achievers for their outstanding contributions: Satvik Gupta (IIT Chennai), Gagan Jamwal (Roller Hockey), Pradeep Jamwal (Chess), Pt. Ravi Sharma (Saraswati Sangeet Kala Mandir), and Ajeet Jogi ( Shiv Shakti Trust).

The Sammelan witnessed the participation of over 300 attendees, including local MLA Sh. Yuddhvir Sethi, former corporator Sh. Anil Masoom and Sh. Suneet Raina, and Sh. Balwan Singh, Secretary, Arya Samaj, Dayanand Marg.

The Hindu Sammelan concluded with a preeti bhoj organised in the courtyard of the Dewan Mandir, marking a harmonious end to a spiritually uplifting and culturally rich gathering.

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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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