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

BARAMULLA: A Neighbourhood Youth Parliament was organised at Government Polytechnic College, Kanispora, Baramulla, under the theme “Nasha Mukt Yuva,” to raise awareness about substance abuse and encourage youth participation in building a drug-free society.

The programme was presided over by Nitin Hangloo, State Director, MY Bharat, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.  Among others Chief Planning Officer, Baramulla, Nissar Ahmad, Principal Government Polytechnic College, Baramulla Javed Iqbal, Muzzafar Hussain Ganie, HOD, Government Polytechnic college, Youth Officer MY Bharat Srijan Singh Patel, Medical Officer Baramulla Dr Asif and other concerned besides students of the college were present in the program.

Addressing the gathering, Nitin Hangloo emphasised the importance of engaging youth in constructive activities and providing them with platforms to express their views on social issues. He urged young participants to stay away from drugs, adopt a healthy lifestyle and contribute positively towards nation-building.

Chief Planning Officer Baramulla, highlighted the role of youth in building a drug-free society and outlined the District Administration’s efforts to combat substance abuse through awareness programmes and coordinated initiatives at district, block and panchayat levels. He urged students to spread awareness about the harmful effects of drugs and actively support the ongoing fight against the drug menace.

District Youth Officer, MY Bharat, highlighted the objective of organising the Neighbourhood Youth Parliament under the theme “Nasha Mukt Yuva.” He encouraged students to participate actively in discussions on social issues and become ambassadors of the drug-free movement by promoting awareness and motivating others to lead healthy and productive lives.

During the programme, youth participants engaged in an open discussion, sharing their views on substance abuse, its impact on society and the need for collective efforts to address the menace. A pledge was also administered to reaffirm the participants’ commitment to combating substance abuse and contributing towards the vision of a drug-free society.

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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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