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

JAMMU: Divisional Commissioner Jammu Ramesh Kumar today chaired a meeting to review the District wise Action Plan for the execution of development works in Jammu Division for the smooth conduct of Shri Amarnathji yatra 2026.

The meeting was attended by MD JPDCL, Deputy Commissioners of Jammu, Kathua, Samba, Udhampur and Ramban, Commissioner JMC, Director ULB, Director RDD, Director Health Services and senior officers and HODs from PWD, PHE and other stakeholder departments.

The Divisional Commissioner sought the district-wise and department-wise details of works kept in the action plan for meeting the needs of logistics and civic amenities for the pilgrims and security personnel. The action plan includes civil works for the augmentation of lodging, boarding facilities at the lodgment centres in Kathua, Samba, Jammu, Udhampur and Ramban.

Reviewing the Work plan of each District, the Divisional Commissioner directed the Deputy Commissioners and HoDs to expedite the tendering process to complete the works before the commencement of the annual Yatra.

The Divisional Commissioner further directed the DCs to start the repair, renovation and face-lifting works at all lodgment centres in their respective districts. Similar directions were issued to Tourism, JPDCL, RDD and other stakeholder departments for ensuring timely commencement and completion of the new and renovation works.

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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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