DODA: Minister for Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, today visited the  Girls & Boys Gujjar and Bakerwal Hostels at Doda to take stock of the facilities being provided to the resident students.

During the visit, the Minister inspected various sections of the hostels and reviewed the availability of essential amenities, academic support systems and overall living conditions of the inmates.

He emphasized the need to ensure quality educational facilities and a conducive environment to enable the students to excel in their academic pursuits. Rana directed the concerned officers to take necessary steps for the upgradation of infrastructure and further strengthening of facilities at the hostels. He stressed that providing better educational and residential support to tribal students remains a priority of the Government.

The Minister also interacted with the students, enquired about their academic progress and listened to their feedback and suggestions regarding the facilities. He assured them that their genuine concerns would be addressed on priority to ensure improved standards of accommodation and learning. Legislators Shakti Raj Parihar, Daleep Singh Parihar , senior officers of the District Doda accompanied the Minister during the visit.

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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