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

JAMMU: The Ex-Central Paramilitary Forces Welfare Association J&K UT highlighted the ongoing issues faced by Ex-CPMF personnel and the lack of satisfactory responses from government representatives.

In  a press conference held at Miran Sahib here today, D.K. Chauhan, said, “A delegation of Ex-CPMF members had previously met with prominent Members of Parliament, Jugal Kishore Sharma and Dr. Jitendra Singh. Despite their repeated efforts in 2014 and 2024 to communicate their essential and genuine demands, the delegation's concerns have largely been ignored. This persistent neglect has left a significant segment of society feeling disenfranchised and unaddressed.”

He discussed the government orders related to the benefits for Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) personnel.  “The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), as per GOI Order No-23-11-2012, had approved a proposal from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to extend benefits similar to those granted to Ex-Servicemen of the Defence Forces to personnel from BSF, CRPF, CISF, and ITBP,” he said adding that despite this directive, there has been a lack of effective implementation by the State Government/UT, leaving many of the promised benefits unfulfilled.

He also addressed the delays related to the 7th Pay Commission recommendations. â€œThere has been significant frustration over the slow implementation of these recommendations, particularly concerning the 2.57 new advisory, 3.68 adjustments, and the 18 months of Dearness Allowance (DA) arrears that are still pending,” he said. He warned that  the Ex-CPMF are deeply concerned that if these issues are not resolved promptly, the 65 lakh Central Employees may resort to boycotting the upcoming 2024 assembly elections in the UT as a form of protest.

The press conference was attended by Harvinder Mahajan Chief Advisor, Ashok Kumar Chairman, Kuldeep Singh President, Harbans Lal Sharma Vice President, Yash Pal,  Jagan Nath, Gurdeep Singh Manjeet Singh and Bishno Devi Members, Noor Mummad President District Samba. The primary objective of the press conference is to spotlight these critical issues and urge government officials to address them urgently.

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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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