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

KULGAM: Chief Principal Census Officer (CPCO) and Director Census Operations (DCO), Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Amit Sharma, today visited Kulgam and chaired a meeting with the officers at the Conference Hall of the Mini Secretariat, Kulgam. The meeting was attended by Principal Census Officer Kulgam, Shahzad Alam, District Census Officer, Charge Officers, Enumerators, and Supervisors.

The meeting focused on the ongoing preparations for the Census and the implementation of the first phase of the House Listing Operation (HLO), being conducted from June 1 to June 30.  During the meeting, the CPCO reviewed the arrangements made by the district administration and emphasized the importance of accurate data collection and effective coordination among field staff.

Addressing the participants, Amit Sharma highlighted the significance of the Census exercise and urged Enumerators and Supervisors to discharge their duties with dedication and professionalism to ensure the successful completion of the House Listing Operation.  Various aspects related to census operations, field-level coordination, and public cooperation were also discussed.

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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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