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

GANDERBAL: The Tehsil Legal Services Committee (TLSC) Ganderbal, in collaboration with Wullar-Manasbal Development Authority, Ganderbal today celebrated ‘World Tourism Day’ at Manasbal Park.

The event was held under the supervision of Abdul Nasir, Principal District and Sessions Judge (Chairman District Legal Services Authority) Ganderbal and Tabasum, Secretary (Incharge), District Legal Services Authority, Ganderbal, and guidance of Mohammad Waseem Mirza, Chairman Tehsil Legal Services Committee (TLSC) Ganderbal.

The event aimed to emphasize legal responsibilities in maintaining ecological balance. Umar Shafi, Chief Executive Officer, Wullar-Manasbal Development Authority, educated participants on the significance of World Tourism Day.

Adv. Aqib-ul-Ahad highlighted tourism's role in fostering development, global harmony and peace. He also highlighted key legal responsibilities, including preservation of natural resources, protection of wildlife and their habitats, conservation of water bodies, reduction of plastic waste, respect for local regulations and traditions.

Students of Govt. Higher Secondary School, Safapora, Govt. High School, Kondbal, Ganderbal, Valley Lake School, Safapora, New Delight School, Safapora participated in the event and also delivered speeches, performed skits etc.

The programme was attended by Umar Shafi, Chief Executive Officer, Wullar-Manasbal Development Authority, Ganderbal; Assistant Executive Engineer, R&B Sub-division, Safapora, Ganderbal; Assistant Tourist Officer, Manasbal, Ganderbal, officers and officials of Wullar-Manasbal Development Authority, Ganderbal, Teachers and Students of Govt. Higher Secondary School, Safapora, Govt. High School, Kondbal, Ganderbal, Valley Lake School, Safapora, New Delight School, Safapora , Local Shopkeepers, etc.

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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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