GANDOH: Under the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP), a TB Screening, Chest X-Ray and Awareness Camp was held at NTPHC Jakyas in Medical Block Gandoh today.

The camp aimed to strengthen early detection of tuberculosis and enhance public awareness on TB prevention, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. Health experts educated the public on early diagnosis, treatment adherence and the government's commitment to a TB-free India. On-the-spot chest X-rays were conducted for suspected TB cases to facilitate timely diagnosis and management.

Speaking on the occasion, BMO Gandoh Dr Farooq Saleem stressed the importance of community participation in eliminating tuberculosis. He urged people experiencing persistent cough, fever, weight loss or night sweats to seek immediate medical consultation and appealed to the public to make full use of the free diagnostic and treatment services available under NTEP.

Among those present were Dr Farhat Abbas (Medical Officer), Akhter Rasool (X-Ray Technician), Mubasher Hussain (Senior Treatment Supervisor), Naseer Hussain (Data Entry Operator), Rohit Singh (MLHP), Mehwish Nisha (MLHP), Vinay Happy (Junior Laboratory Technician), Zubeeda Begum (FMPHW) and Uzma Kousar (FMPHW), who participated in the screening and awareness activities.

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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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