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

DODA: The Sankalp Hub for Empowerment of Women (SHEW) Doda, in collaboration with the Jammu Kashmir Rural Livelihood Mission (JKRLM) on Wednesday organised an awareness program at the Block Development Office Assar. The event aimed to educate Women about different empowerment and protection schemes available through the Social Welfare Department.

The District Mission Coordinator SHEW Doda welcomed the attendees and engaged with women from Self-Help Groups (SHGs), providing insights into the department's initiatives focused on women's and children's welfare.  The Centre Administrator of the One Stop Centre Doda detailed services offered under the One Stop Centre scheme, while the District Coordinator of Child Helpline discussed the Mission Vatsalya Scheme's provisions.

The Block Development Officer highlighted the National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM), emphasizing that SHGs play a crucial role in sustainable livelihood development, ensuring the groups' long-term prosperity. In addition to the informative sessions, sanitary pads were distributed to promote menstrual hygiene among participants. Concluding the event, the District Mission Coordinator of SHEW Doda expressed gratitude to the attendees and collaborating departments for their support in making the program successful.

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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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