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

BANDIPORA: Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Bandipora, Yaar Ali Khan, who is also the District Census Officer, today flagged off the Houselisting and Housing Census 2027 (HLO) team in the district, marking the commencement of the first phase of Census 2027 in Bandipora. Assistant Commissioner Revenue Bandipora, Shabir Ahmad Wani and Chief Executive Officer Municipal Council Bandipora, Aijaz Ahmad were also present on the occasion.

The Houselisting and Housing Census Operations (HLO), which shall continue from June 1 to June 30, 2026, aim to collect data regarding housing conditions, amenities, and assets available to households across the district. Speaking on the occasion, the ADC urged the general public to extend full cooperation to the census officials and provide accurate information during the survey.

Assistant Commissioner Revenue Bandipora, Shabir Ahmad Wani emphasized that Census 2027 is an important national exercise which plays a vital role in planning and implementation of developmental programmes, welfare schemes, infrastructure development, and policy formulation.

The District Administration appealed to the people of all rural and urban areas of Bandipora to actively participate in the census exercise and support the officials engaged in the process for its smooth and successful conduct.

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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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