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

KUPWARA: Additional Deputy Commissioner, (ADC), Handwara, Javed Naseem Masoodi today chaired a public grievance redressal programme on Digital Jamabandis at Langate and Kralgund Tehsils in Sub Division Handwara. The programme witnessed active participation from a large number of residents who raised issues and sought clarification regarding digitized land records (Jamabandis), including corrections, updation, and access to records.

Tehsildar Langate,Tehsildar Kralgund Qaziabad, conerned Girdawars and Patwaries and the other officials were present on the occasion to address the concerns of the public on the spot. During the interaction, the ADC emphasized the importance of Digital Jamabandis in ensuring transparency, accuracy, and ease of access to land records. He assured the public that the administration is committed to resolving genuine grievances in a time-bound manner and directed the concerned Tehsildars to expedite the process of rectification wherever required.

The ADC also urged the people to make full use of digital platforms for accessing land records and to report any discrepancies without delay. He stressed upon the Tehsildars to maintain close coordination and ensure prompt disposal of cases for the convenience of the general public.

The programmes are part of the ongoing outreach initiatives of the sub divisional administration aimed at strengthening public service delivery and ensuring hassle-free access to essential services at the grassroots level. The locals appreciated the efforts of the administration in organizing such camps and expressed satisfaction over the prompt redressal of their grievances.

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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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