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

NEW DELHI: Senior BJP leader and Rajya Sabha MP, Er. Gulam Ali Khatana, met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi and discussed key issues related to Jammu and Kashmir, including the law and order situation and the implementation of central government schemes in the Union Territory.

During the meeting, MP Khatana lauded the efforts of the Union government in restoring peace in J&K, particularly in Kashmir, where incidents of stone pelting and strike calls have become a thing of the past. He highlighted the significant improvement in security and the growing influx of tourists as indicators of stability and development in the region.

The MP also emphasized the need for the speedy implementation of centrally sponsored schemes to accelerate development in J&K. He urged the Home Minister to ensure the effective execution of these schemes to benefit the people at the grassroots level.

A key issue discussed was the implementation of the Forest Rights Act (FRA) in Jammu and Kashmir. Khatana stressed the importance of granting rights to forest dwellers and ensuring their welfare in accordance with the provisions of the act.

Expressing gratitude to Amit Shah and the Modi government, Khatana appreciated the continuous efforts to bring normalcy and economic prosperity to J&K. He reaffirmed his commitment to working for the welfare of the people and ensuring the successful implementation of government initiatives in the region.

He urged the Home Minister to enhance communication between the people of J&K and the administration. ā€œThere is a gap between the administration and the public, and efforts must be made to bridge it. The administration should take steps to reach out to the masses,ā€ he said. He also requested the Home Minister to prioritize local youth in various ongoing projects in J&K to create more job opportunities for them.

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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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