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

SRINAGAR: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today visited the Legislative Assembly Complex Srinagar to assess its final readiness for holding sessions after culmination of the ongoing assembly elections in the Union Territory.

During his visit to the complex, the Chief Secretary took round of the Assembly Hall, Meeting Halls, as well as the chambers designated for the Speaker, Deputy Speaker and others. He also reviewed functionality of the sound system, internet connectivity and other amenities necessary for smooth functioning of the complex.

The Chief Secretary issued directions regarding upgradations to be made in communication network in meeting halls to ensure holding of video conferencing along with making other improvements.

While inspecting the ongoing works, he emphasised upon maintaining the quality simultaneously while completing the same within the given deadline. He also enquired about the upgradation works in MLA hostels in the twin cities saying that they should be equipped with improved facilities. He said that both of them should be made fully functional before the culmination of current election process. Director Estates Department, Tariq Ahmad Ganai, apprised the Chief Secretary of the works completed besides those being executed.

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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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