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

JAMMU: Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders Yudhvir Sethi, Vice-President, J&K BJP and MLA from Jammu East, and Surinder Bhagat, MLA from Marh, held a public darbar at the party headquarters in Trikuta Nagar, Jammu. People from Jammu and surrounding areas visited party headquarters in the form of deputations to voice their issues and concerns to the party leadership.

Yudhvir Sethi and Surinder Bhagat gave patient hearing to each deputation, assuring them of swift and effective redressal. Many issues were resolved on the spot as the leaders contacted concerned departmental officials through phone calls and issued written directives for immediate action.

Yudhvir Sethi, while listening to the grievances, said that the BJP’s public darbar serves as a platform for transparent and direct communication between the people and their elected representatives. The deputations presented a range of civic and administrative issues, including the urgent need for the repair and construction of lanes and drains, installation and maintenance of street lights, improvement in drinking water supply, and issues related to the Revenue Department. Several grievances also highlighted the need for better implementation of welfare schemes and infrastructure development in under-served areas.

Yudhvir Sethi reiterated the BJP’s unwavering commitment to serving the people of Jammu and Kashmir. “BJP does not believe in mere political slogans. We stand with the people at the grassroots level, working tirelessly to facilitate development, employment opportunities, and welfare programs,” he said.

Surinder Bhagat, in his address, said that these forums allow people to directly connect with their representatives, discuss their problems without intermediaries, and become active participants in the democratic process. “The BJP is committed to taking public service beyond the election cycle. Such events reaffirm our resolve to stay connected with the people and serve them with dedication,” Bhagat said.

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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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