SHOPIAN: District Administration Shopian today accorded a warm and affectionate farewell to District Information Officer (DIO), Showkat Hussain Ganie on his transfer to Kulgam.

Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Shishir Gupta, Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC), Dr. Nasir Ahmed Lone, ADC, Dr. Zakir Hussain Faaz  and officers and officials of the District Information Centre (DIC) Shopian bid him a fitting farewell and acknowledge his dedicated services to the district.

Speaking on the occasion, the DC lauded the outgoing DIO for his professionalism, commitment and outstanding contribution towards effective dissemination of government initiatives and developmental activities. He appreciated his sincere efforts in strengthening public outreach and wished him continued success in his new assignment at Kulgam.

The officers and officials recalled their association with Showkat Hussain Ganie and appreciated his teamwork, dedication and cordial working style. They conveyed their best wishes for his future endeavours.

Expressing gratitude, Showkat Hussain Ganie thanked the District Administration and his colleagues for their constant support and cooperation during his tenure in Shopian. He said the memories and experiences gained in the district would always remain close to his heart. The programme concluded with the presentation of mementos as a token of appreciation and best wishes for a successful future.

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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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