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

UDHAMPUR: Mission Director Dairy Development J&K, Er. Narinder Singh Bali today undertook an extensive tour of district Udhampur to review ground impact of Animal and Sheep Husbandry sector schemes and initiatives. The Mission Director was accompanied by Chief Animal Husbandry Officer, Dr. Shwetambri Khajuria and District Sheep Husbandry Officer, Dr. Farhat Bashir.

He inspected dairy farms (satellite heifer units), sheep units, poultry units (commercial layer farm/ free-range units) established under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP). The Mission Director interacted with unit holders and beneficiaries taking firsthand feedback on availability of inputs and challenges faced at the ground level. The Farm owners were advised to make proper use of subsidies provided under government schemes to ensure sustainable livelihood generation and enhanced income.

Addressing the unit holders, the Mission Director called for promoting goat farming by constituting SHGs and FPOs. He highlighted the importance of the circular economy and encouraged farmers to establish biogas plants by using dung which can be further used in making vermicompost – the best input for organic farming. He stressed on adopting organic farming practices and aligning livestock rearing activities with climate-resilient practices.   

Later, he also inspected infrastructure created under HADP including the Common facilitation Centre, besides the Bailing Unit established under Wool & Pelt project.   The visit reaffirmed the department‘s commitment to promoting sustainable livestock and ensuring the success of welfare-oriented schemes at the grassroots level.

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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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