In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
  • Lieutenant Governor said the blessings of saints like Lal Ded have nurtured and preserved the nation’s vision, its arts, literature, music, folk traditions, and deep spiritual wisdom
  • By setting new standards in their fields, Nari Shakti has helped shape the soul of society. Women empowerment must be a top priority for both society & government. We must also prioritize women in innovation and entrepreneurship so enterprises led by them become stronger: LG Sinha
  • Lieutenant Governor said in today's world, Lal Ded’s message can become a lifeline for humanity and her philosophy of compassion, truth, and morality is the foundation of a global society that seeks peace, inclusion, and fraternity
  • Lal Ded’s life teaches society that no matter how great the challenge, a person’s inner strength, faith, and courage can turn even the toughest trials into opportunities for growth and learning. Lal Ded became a beacon of hope for all seekers who dared to believe that humanity can truly become better and her ideals guided people toward a more harmonious world: LG
  • Lieutenant Governor said that Nari Shakti exemplifies sacrifice, compassion, and equality, and it is solemn duty of society and nation alike to secure full rights for women
  • I believe gender equality is a call for men to stand shoulder to shoulder with women and to be partners and allies, and to jointly build a just society and developed India while fulfilling their responsibilities: LG Sinha

SRINAGAR: The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today attended the “Lal Ded National Award Ceremony” at Srinagar. The prestigious award event was organised by Sarhad, Pune. Speaking on the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor said the Nari Shakti, honored by Lal Ded National Award, has achieved remarkable accomplishments in their respective fields. He said the blessings of saints like Lal Ded have nurtured and preserved the nation’s vision, its arts, literature, music, folk traditions, and deep spiritual wisdom.

“By setting new standards in their fields, remarkable women achievers have helped shape the soul of society. Women empowerment must be a top priority for both society and government. We must also prioritize women in innovation and entrepreneurship so enterprises led by them become stronger,” the Lieutenant Governor said. The Lieutenant Governor said in today's world, Lal Ded’s message can become a lifeline for humanity and her philosophy of compassion, truth, and morality is the foundation of a global society that seeks peace, inclusion, and fraternity.

“Lal Ded’s life teaches society that no matter how great the challenge, a person’s inner strength, faith, and courage can turn even the toughest trials into opportunities for growth and learning. Lal Ded became a beacon of hope for all seekers who dared to believe that humanity can truly become better and her ideals guided people toward a more harmonious world,” the Lieutenant Governor said.

He observed that Nari Shakti exemplifies sacrifice, compassion, and equality, and it is solemn duty of society and nation alike to secure full rights for women. “I believe gender equality is a call for men to stand shoulder to shoulder with women and to be partners and allies, and to jointly build a just society and developed India while fulfilling their responsibilities. I firmly believe that when women progress, families progress and families progress, the nation progresses. Women play a crucial role in nation-building and its evidence is visible across every sphere of life,” the Lieutenant Governor said.

The prestigious award was conferred on contemporary Kashmiri poet Smt. Bimla Raina; Sahitya Akademi Award-winning poet Prof. Naseem Shafaie; scholar, author and Rajbhasha expert, Dr. Sakina Akhtar;  Dr. Syed Darakhshan Andrabi Chairperson, J&K Waqf Board and the Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to eminent writer, academician, and translator Prof. Neerja Mattoo.

Smt. Vijaya K. Rahatkar, Chairperson, National Commission for Women; Shri Vijay Dhar, educationist; Shri Sanjay Nahar, Founder President, Sarhad; Smt Sushma Nahar, Founder Secretary, Sarhad; senior officials, members of Sarhad Foundation, and prominent citizens from different walks of life attended the award ceremony.

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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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