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

JAMMU: The Information Department today organized a heartfelt farewell ceremony for Suram Chand Sharma, Special Secretary Information at Civil Secretariat here, who retired from service today after an illustrious service career.

The farewell event was graced by Rehana Batul, Secretary, Information Department, along with Pawan Singh Rathore, Special Secretary, Din Mohammad, Deputy Secretary, and several other senior officers and officials of the department.

The dignitaries lauded the significant contributions made by Suram Chand Sharma during his tenure, recognizing his dedication and service to the department and the people of Jammu & Kashmir.

Suram Chand Sharma JKAS 2001 batch joined as Dist. Information Officer Kathua and served the DIPR for nearly 12 years in different capacities like Deputy Director PR and Joint Director Information. Besides, he also served as ACD in the Rural Development Department, GM DIC in a few Districts, Additional DC Samba, Joint Director Youth Services and Sports and superannuated as Special Secretary in the Information Department.

In her address, Secretary Rehana Batul praised Mr. Sharma for his dedication and extensive knowledge in both print and electronic media. She wished him a healthy and fulfilling post-retirement life, noting that his vast experience would continue to inspire many in the department. The event concluded with colleagues and peers sharing warm memories and wishing him well in his future endeavors.

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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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