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

GREATER NOIDA: Students of the Synapse Stories Drama Club, College of Noida International Institute of Medical Sciences (NIIMS), staged a musical theatre performance on paediatric cancer awareness at the Government Institute of Medical Sciences (GIMS), Greater Noida, highlighting the emotional and social challenges faced by children battling cancer and their families.

The performance combined theatre, music and dance to communicate the importance of awareness, empathy and hope in the fight against childhood cancer. The presentation moved audiences, drawing appreciation from doctors, postgraduate residents, faculty members and students.

The programme was attended by Dr. (Brig.) Ranjit Ghuliani, Medical Superintendent, NIIMS, as the Chief Guest, along with the Director of GIMS and representatives from PGI Chandigarh.

The Director of GIMS appreciated the students’ performance, while the PGICH representative congratulated the team for its meaningful contribution to paediatric cancer awareness. The GIMS administration also acknowledged the students’ efforts. Participants were felicitated with certificates and gifts in recognition of their contribution.

Armaan Mandal received the Best Actor award, while Jayant Sharma was recognised for Best Supporting Role. Disha Lal, Stuti and two other performers received recognition for Best Dance Performance.

The production was directed by Dr. Nishant Sharma, with music by Dr. Bhavuk Jain and Tushar Tiwari. The dedication of the cast and crew played a key role in bringing the performance to life.

The initiative highlighted the role of creative arts in health education, demonstrating how musical theatre can help communicate sensitive medical issues, encourage public understanding and foster compassion towards children and families affected by cancer.

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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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