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

KUPWARA: Additional Deputy Commissioner, (ADC), Handwara, Javed Naseem Masoodi on Monday chaired a Public Grievance Redressal Programmes on Digital Jamabandis at Panchayat Ghar Kargama in Tehsil Handwara and Panchayat Ghar Wadder in Tehsil Zachaldara of sub division Handwara.  The programmes witnessed active participation from local residents, who raised various issues and grievances related to land records, digitization of Jamabandis, and other revenue matters.

During the camps, the ADC gave a patient hearing to the grievances of the public and issued on-the-spot directions to the concerned officers for their timely redressal. Several cases were resolved on the spot, while others were taken up for prompt action within a stipulated timeframe.

Speaking on the occasion, the ADC emphasized the importance of digitization of land records to ensure transparency, accountability, and ease of access for the general public. He urged the revenue officers to work with dedication and ensure that all pending cases related to Digital Jamabandis are disposed of in a time-bound manner.

The ADC also stressed the need for greater awareness among the people regarding digital land record services and encouraged them to avail the benefits of online platforms for hassle-free access to their records. Tehsildar Zachaldara, Naib Tehsildars, Handwara and Zachaldara, Girdawars, Patwaris, officials from the Revenue Department and other concerned were present on the occasion and assured full cooperation in addressing public grievances effectively. The locals appreciated the initiative of the administration in bringing governance to their doorsteps and expressed satisfaction over the prompt response to their concerns.

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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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