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

SRINAGAR: The Committee on Privileges of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly (JKLA) today convened a meeting at the Assembly Complex  to review the cases related to alleged breach of privilege involving two Jammu and Kashmir Administrative Service (JKAS) officers, including the breach of privilege notice against MLA Pulwama Waheed ur Rehman Parra.

The meeting was chaired by Chairman of the Committee Justice (Retd) Hasnain Masoodi and attended by members including, Showkat Hussain Ganie, Zaffar Ali Khatana, Er. Khurshied Ahmed and Darshan Kumar, besides Secretary JKLA, Manoj Kumar Pandita and officers of Assembly Secretariat.  MLA, Pulwama Waheed ur Rehman Parra was also present.

During the meeting, the Committee held detailed deliberations on the  breach of privilege notice filed by MLA Chadoora Ali Mohammad Dar and MLA Kangan Mian Mehar Ali against SDM Chadoora and Secretary JKBOSE (then ACD Ganderbal) respectively. Both these officers were present in person.

Speaking during the meeting, the Chairman  emphasized the need for strict adherence to established legislative conventions and administrative protocols while dealing with the elected representatives. He said that maintaining the dignity and privileges of the Legislators  is essential for strengthening the democratic institutions and ensuring harmonious coordination between the Legislature and the Executive.

He stressed that all government officers should remain fully conversant with the provisions governing the legislative privileges and conduct themselves in accordance with the prescribed rules and procedures while interacting with Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs).

The Committee in unison stressed that  due protocol and courtesy  must be extended to MLAs in discharge of their official responsibilities. They underlined that timely communication, responsiveness to public issues raised by legislators and adherence to established administrative norms are vital for effective governance and public service delivery.

The Committee closed the case against then ACD Ganderbal while as the replies furnished by MLA Pulwama Waheed ur Rehman Parra and SDM Chadoora against breach of privilege will be taken in next meeting of the Committee.

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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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