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

POONCH: In preparation for the upcoming Shri Budha Amarnath Ji Yatra 2025, Deputy Commissioner Poonch, Vikas Kundal today conducted an extensive visit to the base camp (College Ground) to review the arrangements being put in place for the smooth conduct of the Yatra.

The Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by Additional Deputy Commissioner, Chief Executive Officer Municipal Committee, Tehsildar Haveli, Yatra Officer and officers from various line departments. Members of the Yatra Management Committee also participated in the inspection.

During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner took a comprehensive overview of the preparedness of the administration and allied departments, with a focus on ensuring that all necessary facilities and services are in place for the convenience and safety of the pilgrims.

He laid special emphasis on inter-departmental coordination and directed the concerned officers to ensure the availability of essential services such as drinking water, power supply, medical, sanitation and toilets, traffic regulation, security, parking spaces etc.

The Deputy Commissioner further stressed the importance of maintaining cleanliness, hygiene, and creating a pilgrim-friendly atmosphere. He instructed the officials to provide round-the-clock assistance to ensure a comfortable and spiritually fulfilling experience for all pilgrims.

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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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