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

KUPWARA: Deputy Commissioner/Chairman District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) Kupwara, Shrikant Suse, chaired a review meeting to assess the functioning of Incident Response System (IRS). Detailed discussions held regarding role and responsibilities of different components of IRS including Planning, Logistics, Operation sections, resources mapping as well as functioning of Emergency Operation Centre and Incident Response Teams (IRT).    

The IRS, developed by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), provides a standardized disaster response framework. It designates Responsible Officers and Incident Commanders, supported by Incident Response Teams (IRTs) with specialized operations, planning, and logistics sections, ensuring structured and accountable emergency management. During the meeting it was informed that Incident Response Teams have been notified at District, Sub-Division and Tehsil/Block levels by DDMA. 

Stressing the need for preparedness, the Chairman called for the conduct of regular mock drills across the district to strengthen coordination among departments and ensure a robust disaster response mechanism. The meeting was attended by ADC Kupwara, SE R&B, ASP Kupwara, ACR, Dy. SP DAR Handwara, CPO, CMO, BDO Hq. AO and other concerned officers.

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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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