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

POONCH: As part of the Public Outreach Programme aimed at improving citizen services, the Regional Passport Office (RPO) Jammu, under the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, today organised a three-day Mobile Passport Van Service Camp in the premises of the New Auditorium SKC Government Degree College Ground Poonch.

Assistant Commissioner Revenue Mohd. Sayeed and Additional Superintendent of Police Mohan Lal inaugurated this camp in the presence of Deputy Director Employment Abdul Majid Tantray, OSD, MEA Sunil Khar and other officers.

Interacting with media on this occasion, the ACR and OSD from RPO Jammu said that the camp has been organized for the residents of Poonch district who have booked an appointment through the official website — www.passportindia.gov.in. They further said that Applicants would be served as per the selected slot during the three day stay of the Passport Van service (November 12 to November 14, 2025).

The ACR and ASP expressed gratitude to the Regional Passport Office Jammu and the Ministry of External Affairs for organizing the Mobile Passport Van Service Camp in Poonch. They appealed to the people of district Poonch to take full advantage of the doorstep service. They said that such initiatives will bring government services closer to the people, especially those living in hilly and remote areas.

As per RPO Jammu, similar camps are being conducted in other districts of Jammu Province in the coming months to extend passport-related services to citizens residing in far-flung and remote areas. The Mobile Passport Van is fully equipped for biometric enrolment and on-site document verification, ensuring convenience and efficiency for applicants. This citizen-friendly initiative is expected to enhance accessibility, save time and make passport services more efficient for residents of remote areas.

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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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