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

SRINAGAR: In view of the prevailing adverse weather conditions, Principal/Dean Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar, Prof. (Dr.) Iffat Hassan, conducted an extensive visit to all associated hospitals, accompanied by Administrator Associated Hospitals, Mohammad Ashraf Hakak.

The visit covered SMHS Hospital, Super Speciality Hospital Shiren Bagh, Lalla Ded (LD) Hospital, Chest Disease Hospital, Bone & Joint Hospital, Children Hospital Bemina, Psychiatry Hospital, SDH Block Hazratbal, Kashmir Nursing Home, UG/ PG Hostels, Nursing Hospital GMC Srinagar and others. 

Prof. Iffat reviewed healthcare facilities preparedness, directing Medical Superintendents to ensure uninterrupted patient care, essential medicines, emergency services, and critical care services.

She emphasized zero tolerance for lapses in patient services during harsh weather. The Administrator assured full administrative and logistical support, stating departments are on high alert.  Medical Superintendents confirmed essential facilities are in place and staff is deployed for seamless healthcare delivery. Bashir Ahmad Bhat, Personnel Officer, and other officers accompanied the Principal/Dean during the inspection.

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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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