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

JAMMU: The J&K Information Technology Department today organised a one-day workshop on 5G Network and Right of Way (RoW), aimed at accelerating the digital infrastructure expansion in the Union Territory.

Dr. Piyush Singla, Administrative Secretary, Information Technology Department, was the chief guest at the event. He emphasized the importance of strengthening coordination mechanisms for seamless 5G rollout in the region. He highlighted the significance of the Call Before You Dig (CBUD) initiative in preventing damage to underground utilities and ensuring safe excavation practices.

The workshop focused on inter-departmental coordination, streamlining RoW procedures and preparing the ecosystem for rapid 5G infrastructure deployment. Experts from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and the Information Technology Department delivered presentations on national policies, procedural challenges and best practices.

The Information Technology Department extended its gratitude to the officials from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and its own team for their contributions to the 5G Network and RoW workshop. These included Kushwant Rai, Neeraj Kumar, Rahul Kumar Sachan, Abhay Kumar, Kuldeep Kumar Sehrawat, Dwarika Karol, Ram Babu and Maneesh Jain. The Department also acknowledged Rachna Sharma, Nodal Officer (Capacity Building), for her pivotal role in organizing the workshop.

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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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