JAMMU: A heartfelt farewell was accorded to Abdul Hamid Kumar on his superannuation as Director, Accounts & Treasuries, Kashmir, marking the culmination of a distinguished and dedicated career in government service.

The farewell function was attended by Director General, Accounts & Treasuries, Fayaz Ahmad Lone; DG Resources/Funds, Mohd Yaqoob Itoo; DG Codes, Mahesh Dass; DG Budget, Mohd Sultan Malik; along with Directors from A&T Jammu, Finance (Resources), Finance Health, and Treasury Officers from Kashmir who joined the event virtually.

Speaking on the occasion, the officers lauded Abdul Hamid Kumar for his exemplary leadership, professionalism, and unwavering commitment throughout his illustrious career. They highlighted his significant contributions towards strengthening the financial management system and acknowledged his role in enhancing institutional efficiency within the department.

The participants extended their heartfelt wishes for his good health, happiness, and a fulfilling post-retirement life. On the occasion, several other officers of the Accounts cadre who also attained superannuation were felicitated for their dedicated services. Their contributions to the department were widely appreciated.

Among those honoured were Accounts Officers Mohammad Ayoub Mir (Directorate of Horticulture, Kashmir), Fayaz Ahmad Wani (Pay & Accounts Office, Chief Engineer Office, JKPTCL, Srinagar), Kamal Kishore (J&K ERA), Amarjit Singh Sandhu (Water Regulatory Authority), Rajinder Kumar Bhat (State Motor Garages), Mohd Yasin Sofi (District Fund Office, Srinagar), Daulat Ram (Municipal Council Samba), Abdul Rashid Khan (KPDCL, Pulwama), Ashwani Kumar (JKPTCL), Davinder Kumar Sharma (Kishtwar Tourism Development Authority), Jan Mohd Sofi (Treasury Officer, Pattan), Mohd Farooq Mir (Govt. College of Engineering & Technology, Ganderbal), Satvir Singh Manhas (Bhaderwah), Syed Arif Yaseen (Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Kashmir), Mangat Ram Khajuria (Central Store, JPDCL, Jammu) and Jai Dev Singh (Deputy Director Audit & Inspections, Jammu).

Assistant Accounts Officers Noor Mohd Gadyari, Mohd Yousuf Lone, Ali Mohd Haroo, Parveez Ahmad Shah, Shabir Ahmad Rather and Mubeena were also felicitated on their retirement. All the retiring officers were honoured for their invaluable services and dedication to the department. The gathering acknowledged their contributions with deep appreciation and extended best wishes for their future endeavours and post-retirement life.

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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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