JAMMU: The Sohang Khushi Amar Society (SKAS) marked its 3rd Annual Day with an inspiring celebration at Khatikan Talab, Jammu, reinforcing its commitment to social service and community welfare. The event witnessed the presence of prominent personalities and enthusiastic participation from members of the society. The celebration was graced by Smt Amarjit Kour, Chairman of the society, and Ramesh Katoch, President of the society, who warmly welcomed the guests and attendees.

The chief guest, Sohil Kazmi, owner of Daily Taskeen Printing Press, appreciated the society’s sustained efforts toward supporting the underprivileged. The guest of honour, Basant Raj Thakur, senior BJP leader, along with Narinder Singh, renowned social activist, also attended the ceremony and lauded the society for its community-centric initiatives.

Other distinguished members present included Sr. Harminder Singh, Shanaz Manhas, Smt Jyoti ji, and Smt Anita Gupta. The highlight of the event was the society’s blanket (Rajaies) distribution drive, aimed at providing warmth to needy people during the harsh winter months.

 Speaking on the occasion, Ramesh Katoch, President of Sohang Khushi Amar Society, said that for the past few years, their society has been dedicated to serving the community. This winter, we are distributing blankets to the needy, and we pledge to continue such initiatives in the future to bring comfort and support to those in need.

The 3rd Annual Day celebration not only served as a platform to honour the society’s journey and achievements but also strengthened the spirit of social responsibility among its members. Attendees expressed admiration for the society’s consistent efforts in uplifting the underprivileged and emphasized the importance of such initiatives in building a caring and inclusive community.

The members reaffirming their commitment to extend more such services in the future, ensured to take the warmth of compassion to every corner of the society. About Sohang Khushi Amar Society founded with a mission to serve the community, Sohang Khushi Amar Society focuses on providing assistance to the needy through various welfare programmes, promoting social harmony, and addressing local needs in Jammu and surrounding areas.

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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.

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