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

JAMMU: Under the Wall of Shame initiative, the Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) today organized an impactful street play near Jewel Chowk Science College to spread awareness about cleanliness and responsible civic behavior. School students from St. Peters also participated enthusiastically. They painted on the surrounding walls, transforming the black spot into an attraction for the visitors.

The location, which was previously neglected and often used for open urination, emitted foul odors and remained unhygienic, was transformed to create public awareness. Natrang artists, along with school students, presented engaging street plays educating people about the importance of not throwing garbage or urinating in the open. The students further contributed by creating vibrant and meaningful wall paintings that promoted hygiene and civic responsibility.

Commissioner, Municipal Corporation Jammu, Dr. Devansh Yadav, was present on the occasion. Addressing the gathering, Dr. Yadav stressed the need for collective participation to maintain cleanliness across the city.

He said, “Every section of society—children, youth, elderly and women—must come forward to ensure cleanliness. Only when we all will become aware and stop spreading filth then our future generations inherit a clean and healthy environment. Without this collective effort, the dream of the Swachh Bharat Mission will remain incomplete.”

The event also witnessed the presence of Joint Commissioner Health & Sanitation, Abdul Sattar, Health Officer, Dr. Vinod Sharma, Incharge IEC, Dr. Divya Sharma, Compost-cum-Transport Officers,  Dharamveer Singh, Ranjan Sharma, school students, teachers, swachhta champions and local residents, all of whom contributed to the success of the awareness program.

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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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