SRINAGAR: Joint Director Information Kashmir, Syed Shahnawaz Bukhari, today felicitated the winners of various competitions organised by the Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR) during a function held at the Office of Joint Directorate Information, Srinagar.

The felicitation ceremony recognised the achievements of participants who excelled in a range of competitions, including the Essay Competition held on National Press Day, National Anthem Singing Competition, Essay Writing Competition, and Painting Competitions across various categories.

Interacting with the winners, the Joint Director Information congratulated them and appreciated their creativity, talent, and enthusiasm. He emphasized the importance of such competitions in nurturing expression, promoting awareness on important national themes, and encouraging artistic and intellectual growth among participants.

The JDI reaffirmed the department’s commitment to encouraging creative and informative pursuits through regular cultural and literary initiatives. The event was attended by Deputy Director Information PR) Kashmir, Mohammad Rafiq; Culture Officer, Burhan Hussain, along with other officers and officials of the department.

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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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