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

KULGAM: District Level Committee (DLC) meeting under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Vikas Karyakram (PMJVK) was today held at Kulgam with an aim to formulate a comprehensive plan under the scheme.The meeting was chaired by Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan.

The PMJVK scheme aims to improve the socio-economic conditions of people  particularly  weaker communities by providing them with basic amenities like education, health, infrastructure, skill development and employment opportunities for the youth. The committee discussed various aspects of the scheme, including interventions required in education, health, infrastructure development and skill development sectors in the district.

During the meeting, the DDC  instructed concerned to frame  sector wise comprehensive plan under the scheme for holistic development of the district. DDC emphasized the need of expediting submission of Project Proposal Reports (PPRs) and Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) to ensure the seamless execution of the PMJVK scheme in the district.

He also impressed for effective implementation of PMJVK in district & urged the officers to work in synergy  to maximize the benefits of the scheme for the people of district. The meeting was attended by Principals of  GDCs of  Kulgam, Kilam, DH Pora, Frisal;  GM DIC, CPO, ACR, CMO, CEO, Principal  Polytechnic, Superintendent ITI, DSWO, Executive Engineer R&B, AD Handicraft&  Handloom, EO's of Municipal Committes of Kulgam, Yaripora & Devsar.

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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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