• Committee approves 2 cases for ex-gratia relief

SHOPIAN: In continuation of ongoing efforts to swiftly process applications submitted by the next of kins (NoKs) of terror-affected victims for grant of assistance in their favour, a meeting of the District Level Screening-cum-Coordination Committee (DLSCC) was held under the Chairmanship of District Magistrate (DM) Shopian, Shishir Gupta here at Mini-Secretariat Shopian today.

The Committee conducted a comprehensive review of the cases submitted for compassionate appointment and ex gratia relief, by the next of kins (NoKs) of terror-affected victims in the district. During the meeting, after thorough scrutiny of submitted cases, 02 eligible cases were approved for ex-gratia relief of Rupees 1 lakh each and 4 cases were recommended for compassionate appointments under SRO 43.

Other cases were advised for further review and completion of necessary pre-requisite norms and re submission before the committee for approval. SSP, Mushtaq Ahmed Choudhary; ADC, Dr.Zakir Hussain Faaz; ACR, Shakoor Ahmad Dar, Tehsildars, officers from Army and CRPF were present in the meeting.

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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.

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