BARAMULLA: Minister for Agriculture Production Department, Rural Development Department, and Panchayati Raj, Javid Ahmad Dar, attended the Urs of Sharif-e-Hassan Qari Ziyarat at Zaingair, Baramulla. The Minister paid his respects and sought blessings at the revered shrine.

While interacting with the media, the Minister said, "The Ziyarat has its own unique identity and holds great faith and significance for many individuals. It was my pleasure to visit this holy place and seek blessings.

During his visit, the Minister also interacted with the local residents, listening to their grievances and issues. He assured them that their genuine demands would be addressed on priority basis.

The Minister issued on-spot directions to the concerned officers to settle the issues of the people, demonstrating the government's commitment towards addressing the concerns of the local community.

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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