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

JAMMU: Secretary, Tourism, Avni Lavasa, today visited Jammu Tawi Golf Course, Sidhra here, to review its existing infrastructure, ongoing developmental works, operational requirements and future growth prospects.

During the visit, a comprehensive presentation was made outlining the origin and evolution of Jammu Tawi Golf Course, its scenic setting, existing infrastructure and facilities, financial requirements, annual budgetary provisions, CAPEX requirements and future development plans. The presentation also highlighted the golf course’s significance as a recreational and sporting destination, as well as its potential to contribute to tourism promotion in Jammu and Kashmir.

The presentation was followed by detailed deliberations between Avni Lavasa and Secretary, Jammu Tawi Golf Course, on matters requiring immediate intervention, longstanding issues awaiting resolution, and key requirements for the effective functioning and sustainable development of the facility. Discussions also focused on future priorities and measures to strengthen the golf course’s infrastructure and enhance its overall potential.

Secretary Tourism also inspected ongoing developmental works, including the swimming pool project and the open terrace project. She toured the golf course to assess its existing infrastructure, facilities and overall setting.

During the review, Avni Lavasa emphasized the need to further harness Jammu Tawi Golf Course’s tourism potential by strengthening its facilities and visitor experience, promoting it as a destination for golf and recreation, and aligning its development with the broader tourism objectives of Jammu and Kashmir. 

She directed that the identified developmental requirements and ongoing projects be pursued in a coordinated manner, with due focus on improving the course’s appeal to visitors and supporting its sustainable growth.

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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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