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

KISHTWAR: Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Rajesh Kumar Shavan today chaired a meeting of officers from line departments and representatives of religious organisations to review the arrangements for the celebration of Ramnavami, Mahanavami and Dussehra festival. In the meeting, representative of religious organisations put-forth various demands which includes uninterrupted drinking water and power supply, water tanker facility in Chowgan Ground, traffic management, parking facility, installation of stage and proper barricading at the venue, cleanliness and hygiene in all temples of the town.

The Deputy Commissioner assured them that all the arrangements are put in place well in time. He said that sufficient deployment of security Personnel enroute and at the venue shall be ensured. Meanwhile, the DC gave necessary directions to all the HODs and asked them to work in close coordination to ensure timely and adequate arrangements during the festival.

SSP Abdul Qayoom informed the meeting that alternative routes shall be activated on the occasion so that normal traffic is not hampered and Jhanki is taken out in hassle free manner.

ADDC Ghulam Rasool, ADC Pawan Kotwal, ACR Idrees Lone, CEO Development Authority Dr Rishi Kumar, ACD Phulail Singh, NT, Executive Engineers of PHE, PDD, officers and officials of various departments besides the representatives of socio-religious organizations attended the meeting.

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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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