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

SHOPIAN: District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) Shopian today conducted a District Level Mock Exercise on Earthquake and Other Disasters at Government Degree College Shopian.

The exercise was aimed at strengthening the district’s disaster preparedness, response capabilities and coordination among various line departments through training and practical demonstration of frontline staff of departments.

The mock exercise was conducted by a 30-member team of NDRF, supported by trainers from the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and  experts from the Fire & Emergency Services Department.

The trainers demonstrated rescue techniques, evacuation procedures, emergency response protocols and community preparedness measures relevant to earthquake scenarios.

Over 60 NCC/NSS students from GDC and officials from all blocks, revenue services,engineering departments, agriculture and horticulture sectors, and emergency services actively participated in the exercise.

The mock drill provided hands-on exposure to stakeholders and reaffirmed the commitment of District Administration Shopian for ensuring public safety and preparedness for any unforeseen disaster. Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Shopian, Dr. Zakir Hussain Faaz and I/C Principal ,GDC, Shopian also attended the program.

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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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