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

BANDIPORA: The sale of high-quality vegetable seedlings at Seed Multiplication (SM) Farm Watapora was formally inaugurated today by  Chief Agriculture Officer, Javid Iqbal Samoon, marking the commencement of seasonal distribution of quality planting material to promote kitchen gardening and commercial vegetable cultivation across the district.

Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Agriculture Officer (CAO) appreciated the efforts of SM Farm Watapora for raising healthy and disease-free seedlings and highlighted the importance of quality planting material in enhancing crop productivity and ensuring better returns to farmers. He encouraged farmers and unemployed youth to take maximum benefit of the initiative and adopt vegetable cultivation as a sustainable and income-generating activity.

He further emphasized that promotion of vegetable cultivation and kitchen gardening not only strengthens household nutritional security but also contributes significantly to the agricultural economy of the district.

On the occasion, a large number of farmers from various areas attended the inaugural event and expressed keen interest in procuring quality seedlings for the upcoming cultivation season. The CAO assured continuous support and availability of healthy seedlings to meet the requirements of farmers.

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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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