In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
  • Urges Educators to Inspire Students for Civil Services

SRINAGAR: Additional Director General, ITBP, Abdul Gani Mir, today inaugurated a state-of-the-art library at the Initiative for Competition Promotion (ICP) Rajbagh here. The  library  is dedicated to Civil Services aspirants. The Centre is intended to assist candidates preparing for competitive examinations such as the IAS and KAS by providing them with extensive academic resources.

ICP is a trust patronized by A.G. Mir and has been instrumental in guiding Civil Services aspirants through its residential coaching academy. The institution has successfully produced nearly 300 officers in IAS, IPS, KAS, and KPS, in last 15 years playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of public administration.

The library has been established with financial support under CSR from Jamna Auto Industries Ltd., highlighting the company’s strong commitment to assist students in their competitive exam preparation.

The inauguration ceremony was attended by Founder Trustees Aziz Ahmad, KAS, and Syed Shahnawaz Bukhari, KAS besides other senior officers associated with the Trust, Ahsan ul Haq Chesti and Burhaan Hussain, KAS. Scores of students were also present in the occasion.

Speaking on the occasion, A.G. Mir expressed concern over the declining number of candidates opting for competitive exams, particularly the IAS and KAS. He emphasized the need to motivate students in schools and colleges to consider careers in public service and underscored the importance of conducting seminars to create awareness. He urged college and university teachers to actively play their role in inspiring and guiding students toward Civil Services, highlighting their crucial contribution in shaping future administrators.

The newly inaugurated library is expected to serve as a hub of knowledge, equipping students with the necessary resources and academic support to succeed in Civil Services. The event concluded with a special acknowledgment of Jamna Auto Industries Ltd. and other stakeholders for their generous support in making this project a reality.

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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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