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

KULGAM: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Shahzad Alam, today presided over the District Level Training Programme for District and Charge Level Officers/Officials for Census (Phase-I: House Listing & Housing Census – HLO) at the Conference Hall, Kulgam. The three-day training programme, scheduled for March 30, 31 and April 6, aims to strengthen the preparedness of officers and officials for the upcoming Census exercise and ensure effective implementation of census-related activities across the district.

Addressing the participants, the Deputy Commissioner emphasized the importance of conducting the Census process with accuracy, transparency, and dedication. He highlighted that the Census serves as a vital tool for policy formulation, planning, and equitable allocation of resources, thereby playing a crucial role in the overall development process.

During the training programme, officers were briefed on various aspects of the Census exercise, including the roles and responsibilities of field functionaries, procedures for data collection, and coordination mechanisms required for the smooth conduct of the House Listing and Housing Census (HLO) phase. The DC urged the participating officers to actively engage in the training sessions and ensure that the Census exercise is carried out efficiently and systematically across all areas of the district. The programme is being attended by District and Charge Level Officers/Officials from various departments.

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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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