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

SRINAGAR: Social Welfare Department (SWD), SANKALP-HEW Srinagar, organised a special registration and awareness drive under the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) at SKIMS Medical College & Hospital, Bemina, with the objective of facilitating enrolment of eligible pregnant women and lactating mothers under the flagship maternity benefit scheme.

The drive witnessed active participation from officials of SANKALP-HEW Srinagar, healthcare professionals, and beneficiaries visiting the hospital. Dedicated registration counters and awareness desks were established to assist eligible women with on-the-spot registration, verification of documents, and dissemination of information regarding the benefits and eligibility criteria of PMMVY.

During the programme, beneficiaries were sensitised about the importance of early registration of pregnancy, regular antenatal care, institutional delivery, child immunisation, and timely availing of maternity benefits under the scheme. The officials also guided beneficiaries on the application process and addressed their queries to ensure hassle-free enrolment.

Speaking on the occasion, the officials of SANKALP-HEW Srinagar emphasised that the PMMVY aims to provide financial assistance to eligible pregnant women and lactating mothers, thereby promoting improved maternal and child health, encouraging positive health-seeking behaviour, and supporting nutritional needs during pregnancy and after child birth.

The Department reiterated its commitment to extending the benefits of welfare schemes to every eligible beneficiary through sustained awareness campaigns and outreach programmes across the district.

Similar registration and awareness drives will continue to be organised at healthcare institutions and community centres to ensure maximum coverage under PMMVY. The Department expressed gratitude to the administration and staff of SKIMS Medical College & Hospital, Bemina, for their support and cooperation in the successful conduct of the drive.

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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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