In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
  • Listens to people’s grievances; ensures on-the-spot redressal

RAMBAN: Deputy Commissioner Ramban Mohammad Alyas Khan today visited different areas adjoining Banihal to listen to public grievances, assess local issues and facilitate timely redressal of the same.

The Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by Additional Deputy Commissioner Varunjeet Singh Charak; Assistant Commissioner Revenue Shokat Hayat Mattoo; Sub-Divisional Magistrate Banihal Mohammad Naseeb Bajraan; Tehsildar Deep Kumar and other concerned officers.

During the visit, numerous deputations and individuals at Shabanwas apprised the Deputy Commissioner of their grievances and demands related to road connectivity, power supply, drinking water and other essential civic amenities.

The Deputy Commissioner gave a patient hearing and interacted with local residents and concerned officers to assess the issues raised and identify measures for their prompt solution.

Taking cognizance of the demand for improvement of the Shabanwas–Bankoot road stretch up to Government Degree College, the Deputy Commissioner directed the SDM and officers from the Public Works Department (PWD) to coordinate with local residents and ensure completion of the work.

The Deputy Commissioner also directed the concerned departments to take note of issues falling within their ambit and initiate appropriate follow-up action for the timely redressal.

Emphasizing the importance of field visits and direct interaction with the public, he called for greater accountability, responsive governance and improved public service delivery.

The Deputy Commissioner directed all officers to ensure that genuine public concerns, particularly those of residents living in far-flung areas are addressed in a coordinated and time-bound manner.

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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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