In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
  • A mentor to students, inspiration to youth; Colleagues remember his role in sports promotion in distt.

BARAMULLA: Information Department Baramulla and District Youth Services and Sports (YS&S) Baramulla have expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Altaf Hussain Najar, a well-known and dedicated Physical Education Teacher from Baramulla.

A condolence meeting was held at the office of Information Department Baramulla with District Information Officer (DIO) Baramulla, Iftakhar Naseem in chair. During the meeting, staff members paid rich tributes to Altaf Hussain Najar for his valuable contributions to physical education and shared their heartfelt condolences with the bereaved family.

Later, the DIO Baramulla, accompanied by the staff of the Information Department Baramulla visited his home and expressed their condolences and support to the family. They prayed for his soul to rest in peace and assured the family of their support during this difficult time.

Meanwhile, District Youth Services & Sports Officer Zahoor Ahmad Wani, along with the entire YSS team, including PELs, PEMs, PETs, and Rehbar-e-Khel Teachers also visited the home of the departed and extended their heartfelt condolences to the grieving family.

Altaf Hussain Najar was a mentor to many students and an inspiration to his colleagues. His dedication to promoting sports and encouraging young people to stay active has left a lasting impact on the community. His positive influence and commitment to his work will always be remembered.

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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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