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  • Outgoing DC appreciates officers, officials as best team for dedication, commitment towards official duties

BUDGAM: A farewell function was today organised at District Budgam to bid farewell to Deputy Commissioner Budgam Athar Aamir Khan, Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Vivek Agarwal, and Assistant Commissioner Revenue (ACR) Afroza Bano, on their transfer to new assignments.

The function was attended by SSP Budgam Hariprasad KK, ADC Budgam Mehraj-ud-Din Shah, and senior officers and officials of the district administration, who appreciated the dedicated services and contributions of the outgoing officers during their tenure in the district.

SSP Budgam, in his remarks, appreciated the close coordination and cooperation extended by the outgoing officers to the police administration. He said their leadership and collaborative approach contributed significantly towards strengthening inter-departmental coordination and ensuring effective delivery of public services.

ADC Budgam appreciated the guidance and support extended by the outgoing Deputy Commissioner and other officers. He said their commitment to public service, accessibility and focus on timely resolution of public issues had left a positive impact on the district administration.

Speaking on the occasion, Deputy Commissioner Budgam expressed gratitude to all officers and officials for their cooperation and teamwork during his tenure. Appreciating their dedication and commitment towards official duties, he described the district administration as “one of the finest teams” he had the opportunity to work with.

“The achievements made during my tenure are a result of the collective efforts, hard work and professional commitment of the entire team. I sincerely appreciate every officer and official for their dedication, teamwork and willingness to go the extra mile in the interest of public service,” he said.

The Deputy Commissioner also lauded the contributions of ADDC Vivek Agarwal and ACR Afroza Bano, describing their support, coordination and professional commitment as valuable in carrying forward the developmental and administrative priorities of the district. “I am confident that the team will continue to work with the same spirit, dedication and commitment and take the district forward,” he added.

The outgoing Deputy Commissioner expressed his gratitude to all officers and officials for the warmth, cooperation and support extended to him during his tenure and conveyed his best wishes for the continued progress and development of Budgam.

On the occasion, officers and officials also appreciated the contributions of the outgoing Deputy Commissioner, ADDC and ACR towards the district and wished them success and fulfilment in their new assignments.

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