SHOPIAN: Students of International Rainbow School, Shopian today called on the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Shishir Gupta here at Mini-Secretariat and held an interactive and meaningful discussion on academic support initiatives and career counselling. During the interaction, the students shared their views and expectations regarding personality development, career orientation and regular counselling support to help them excel academically and emotionally.

The Deputy Commissioner patiently listened to the students and appreciated their curiosity, confidence and eagerness to learn. He assured the students that the district administration is committed to strengthening student-centric educational interventions including mentoring, counselling and outreach programmes aimed at nurturing young talent at an early stage. He encouraged the students to remain focused, disciplined and inquisitive, while making best use of available educational opportunities.

The interaction proved to be highly motivating and inspiring for the students, who expressed gratitude for the opportunity to directly engage with the Deputy Commissioner and share their ideas in a supportive environment.

The DC also advised the students to refrain from smoking, drugs and other addictive substances, highlighting their serious health, social and psychological hazards. He urged the students to not only stay away from such practices themselves but also spread awareness among society about the ill-effects of drug abuse and act as ambassadors of a healthy and responsible lifestyle. ADC, Dr. Zakir Hussain Faaz and other officers and school officials were present on the occasion.

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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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