REASI: Deputy Commissioner Reasi, Nidhi Malik today formally inaugurated National Immunization Drive (NID) at District Hospital by administering Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV) drops to children in the age group of 0 to 5 years.  

The Deputy Commissioner informed that a total of 384 immunization booths have been established across the four blocks of the district.  “The immunization booths will remain operational full day to administer polio drops to children and over the next two days, dedicated teams will go door-to-door to ensure that no child is left behind,” she said.

The Deputy Commissioner emphasized that the nationwide polio immunization campaign aims to eradicate the disease at its roots. She noted with satisfaction that India has remained polio-free for several years and stressed that the continued participation of parents and caregivers is crucial to sustaining this achievement.

The event was attended by Chief Medical Officer Dr. Mohammad Ashraf Kohli, Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Medical Superintendent, Block Medical Officers and other senior officers and staff of the Health 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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