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

BANDIPORA:  The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Manzoor Ahmad Qadri, today convened a meeting at the Mini Secretariat Bandipora to review the ongoing progress of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) in the district. The meeting focused on evaluating various ongoing schemes under JJM to ensure their timely completion.

The meeting discussed the status of JJM schemes in the Sumbal Sub-Division, where 11 out of 29 schemes have been completed. Additionally, the civil work of 18 schemes has been finalized, with mechanical work currently underway. DC directed the officers to bring any issues or challenges to the attention of the district administration for their prompt resolution,  ensuring that the schemes are completed on time.

Reviewing the progress of Gurez Sub-Division, DC was informed that 90% of the work on all JJM schemes has been completed besides the meeting also reviewed the progress and discussed various issues concerning the implementation of JJM schemes in the Bandipora Division.

DC reiterated the need for collective efforts to expedite the completion of these essential water supply projects to ensure the provision of safe drinking water to every household under the Jal Jeevan Mission. Among others the meeting was attended by ADDC Mohammad Ashraf Bhatt, ACD Irfan Bahadur, CPO Mohammad Maqbool, ExEn PHE,  District  Officers of various departments and other concerned officials

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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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