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

SRINAGAR: Reacting to Farooq Abdullah’s statement that BJP's claims of normalcy post-Article 370 abrogation fall flat, BJP leader Tarun Chugh strongly rebutted the National Conference (NC) leader saying that Abdullah was frustrated in the face of new-found peace and development in the Valley.

Chugh said that the region, once plagued by instability under the rule of the Abdullahs and Mufits, has now transformed from a "terrorism capital" to a "tourism capital" ever since Article 370 was done away with.

Chugh also said that NC, along with other dynastic parties like PDP, misled the people of Jammu and Kashmir for years, exploiting Article 370 for their own benefit. He further said that it was the Modi-led BJP government that ended this "eclipse" in J & K and ushered in an era of peace and prosperity in the region.

Chugh further emphasized the BJP's success in replacing "terrorism with tourism" and bringing unprecedented growth, citing the high voter turnout in elections as evidence of the public’s support for the current government’s policies.

He criticized the NC, accusing the party of corruption and failing to deliver on its promises during its rule.  Removal of Article 370 marked a significant turning point for Jammu and Kashmir, fostering investment, job creation, and stability, Chugh added.

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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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