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

RAMBAN: A comprehensive three-day drive for assessment of losses caused by flash floods, hailstorm, and cloudburst on April 19–20, 2025, concluded today across Ramban district. The drive was launched on April 29 on the directions of Deputy Commissioner Baseer-Ul-Haq Chaudhary, who also heads the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA).

Assessment Supervisory Officers, in coordination with line departments, conducted the drive across all 49 Patwar Halqas to evaluate damages to agriculture, horticulture, livestock, private and commercial properties, public infrastructure, and essential utilities.

Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Commissioner, teams were deployed to conduct on-ground assessments, organize camps, and interact with affected residents. Senior officers, including Tehsildars and BDOs, actively monitored the operations in their respective areas to ensure transparency and efficiency in data collection.

To ensure accurate and comprehensive reporting, designated officers stayed overnight in their allotted Halqas. The assessment was conducted in close coordination with local communities and concerned departments to gather reliable data for relief and restoration planning.

Detailed reports are now being compiled and will be submitted to the District Administration for further action, including the formulation of appropriate relief measures and restoration plans for the affected areas.

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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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