SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) delegation on Friday met the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Banihal and the Tehsildar Banihal to highlight the pressing issues faced by students of Banihal, Khari, Ramsu, and adjoining areas.

The delegation, led by Mubashir Ahmed Naik (Coordinator, Ramban District), along with members Mohsin Rafiq Wani, Amir Saleem, Imran Shakeel, Firdous Malik, Sajad Farooq, and Imran Ahmed Lone, submitted a memorandum outlining several concerns related to the education sector in the region.The memorandum emphasized the urgent need for improved road connectivity and reliable transport facilities for students who travel long distances daily.

It further called for the upgradation of government schools, recruitment of adequate teaching staff, establishment of career counseling centres, and introduction of skill-development programmes to empower local youth and enable them to compete with their peers in other districts.

The SDM and Tehsildar gave the delegation a patient hearing and assured them that these concerns would be taken up with higher authorities for timely redressal.The Association expressed confidence that prompt intervention by the administration will ensure that students of Banihal and its adjoining areas are not deprived of educational opportunities and can pursue their studies in a conducive learning environment.

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.

— Team JK Monitor

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