In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
  • GHS Hapatnard to be named after Baisaran Braveheart Adil Hussain; GHSS Gandhi Nagar Jammu after Late Principal Kuldeep Kumar

SRINAGAR: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has sanctioned the naming of several schools after eminent personalities and martyrs in recognition of their outstanding contributions, legacy and supreme sacrifices. The decision has been taken in pursuance of the 7th Council of Ministers meeting held under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah.

Government Higher Secondary School, Gandhi Nagar, Jammu, has been renamed after Late Principal Kuldeep Kumar Badyal, while Government High School, Hapatnard in Anantnag district, has been named after Late Adil Hussain Shah.

Adil Hussain Shah earned widespread admiration for his courage and selflessness during the Baisaran attack, where he helped tourists to safety and laid down his life for humanity.

The government stated that the initiative is aimed at honouring the memory and legacy of distinguished personalities and martyrs who have rendered notable service and sacrifice for society.

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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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