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

BANDIPORA: Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election departments, Javed Ahmad Dar, today reviewed the developmental landscape of   Bandipora district in a meeting held at mini secretariat here. The Minister was accompanied by DDC Chairman, Abdul Gani Bhat; MLA Bandipora, Nizam u din Bhat; MLA Gurez, Nazir Ahmad Khan and MLA Sonawari, Advocate Hilal Akbar Lone.

During the meeting, the Minister reviewed the developmental scenario of the district besides  e-inaugurating a series of development projects in the district. Deputy Commissioner Bandipora, Manzoor Ahmad Qadri, briefed the meeting regarding various developmental parameters of the district. He apprised of the progress and status of various flagship programmes including JJM, MGNREGA and other programmes besides briefing regarding various district specific initiatives.

During the meeting, the legislators raised constituency specific issues and demands emphasizing for early redressal. Speaking on the occasion,  the Minister emphasized the importance of prioritising construction and maintenance of roads for enhanced development. While reviewing implementation of government schemes, the Minister directed the officers to take public welfare initiatives to their doorsteps on priority basis. He also urged upon the public representatives to bring the issues of public importance into the notice of concerned authorities for prompt redressal. He directed the officers to conduct regular field tours to take appraisal of ground level issues.

On the occasion, the Minister also e- inaugurated various projects including hi-tech polygreen houses at Papchan, Nadihal and Bazipora  established with a cost of Rs 21 lakh each, water supply scheme Chitteybandi worth Rs 255.99 lakh, water supply scheme Numberdar Pati worth Rs. 141.72 lakh and water supply scheme Gundpora Rampora costing Rs. 544.24 lakh.

Later, the Minister, while responding to the issues and grievances of public delegations, assured them of government’s commitment towards resolving their concerns in a time bound manner. Among others, Director Horticulture; Director Sericulture; Director RDD; Director Animal Husbandry; Director Sheep Husbandry; Registrar Cooperative societies J&K; HODs and district officers of various departments were present on the occasion.

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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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