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

RAMBAN: The District Administration Ramban today extended a warm and traditional welcome to the devotees participating in the Shri Mata Kheer Bhawani Ji Yatra 2025 at Chanderkote. Deputy Commissioner, Baseer-Ul-Haq Chaudhary led the welcome of the pilgrims, in presence of Additional Deputy Commissioner Varunjeet Singh Charak, Addl. SP Mujeeb-ur-Rehman, ACR Shoket Hayat Mattoo, ACD Shrinath Suman, CMO Dr. Kamal Je Zadu, Tehsildar Deep Kumar, Dy. SP Om Prakash, CEO MC Sudershan Kumar, XEN PWD Ranjeet Singh, other senior officers, religious leaders and prominent citizens of the area.

The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from over 3,000 devotees, including members of the Kashmiri Pandit community, who began their sacred journey from Jammu and Udhampur to attend the annual Kheer Bhawani Mela in Kashmir. During the reception, the Deputy Commissioner and accompanying officers interacted with the pilgrims and sought feedback on the facilities provided at the Langar (community kitchen). 

 The District and Police Administration had made elaborate arrangements to ensure a safe and comfortable journey for all pilgrims. These included adequate provisions for meals, health services, sanitation, security, and other essential amenities.

The Deputy Commissioner Ramban also extended his heartfelt wishes to the devotees for a peaceful and spiritually fulfilling journey. He expressed hope that the blessings of Mata Kheer Bhawani would bring harmony, prosperity, and well-being to all. After partaking in the Langar at Chanderkote, the pilgrims resumed their onward journey.

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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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