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

SHOPIAN: A three-day training programme organised by District Surveillance Unit, Shopian under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (NMBA) commenced today at Shopian. The programme was conducted on the directions of Director, Health Services Kashmir and was inaugurated by Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Shopian, Dr. Arshid Hussain Tak.

The programme witnessed participation from lecturers, teachers  of various Higher/Secondary Schools and members of NRLM Self Help Groups. The first day of the training focused on strengthening awareness and preventive measures against substance abuse. During the sessions, experts threw light on the harmful effects of substance abuse, early identification of drug use among students and the role of teachers and community members in guiding youth towards career development.

Medical Officer, District Hospital Shopian, Dr. Aadil Farooq delivered a detailed presentation, highlighting strategies for drug prevention, early detection, counselling mechanisms and community-based interventions to combat substance abuse. Other resource persons including Dr. Rahil Hassan Khan and Quratul Ann also shared valuable insights on prevention, awareness and community engagement.

Speaking on the occasion, CMO  emphasized the importance of collective efforts in tackling the growing challenge of drug abuse and highlighted the need for community participation in building a drug-free society. The participants appreciated the initiative and promised to actively support the mission of creating a Nasha Mukt (Drug-Free) society.

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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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