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

SAMBA: As part of the ongoing efforts under the Systematic Voters' Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) program, a special voter awareness event was organized today at the Bamboo Common Facility in the village of Simblana, Block Sumb.  The event, led by the SVEEP Nodal Officer, aimed to sensitize the local community about the importance of participating in the upcoming elections on 1st October 2024.

Simblana village, known for its bamboo artisans, saw a large turnout of locals who were engaged in an interactive sensitization session.  The Nodal Officer emphasized the role of each voter in a democracy and encouraged the community to come out and vote in large numbers. The event also highlighted the special facilities available at polling stations to ensure a comfortable voting experience for everyone.

Key points of the awareness drive included: Minimum Facilities at Polling Stations: Voters were informed about the arrangements made to provide adequate lighting, drinking water, ramps for persons with disabilities, and proper signage to guide voters at all polling locations.

Special Polling Stations: Special emphasis was laid on setting up model polling stations to enhance voter convenience, particularly for vulnerable sections of society, including the elderly and disabled.

The event is part of a larger SVEEP initiative focused on boosting voter turnout, especially in rural areas where voter engagement has traditionally been lower.  The community of bamboo artisans in Simblana welcomed the efforts of the district administration and expressed their support for active participation in the democratic process.

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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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