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

SRINAGAR : District Administration Srinagar on Monday convened  a solemn condolence meeting here at DC Office to mourn the demise of nine lives including Naib Tehsildar, Muzaffar Ahmad Khan and Suhail Ahmad Rather of Revenue Department who lost their lives in Nowgam accidental blast on Friday evening while discharging their official duties.

A two minute silence was observed to mourn the loss of 09 precious lives that included revenue officials, police personnel, official of FSL & a civilian. Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo, other senior Officers and all employees of DC Office Srinagar participated in the condolence meeting to pay tribute to the departed souls.

On the occasion, the DC Srinagar and other participants expressed profound grief over the loss of the lives. The DC acknowledged the integrity, professionalism and committed service of the departed officials. He extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for eternal peace to the departed souls and for strength & solace to the families enduring this heartbreaking grief.

Reaffirming the District administration’s support, the DC stated that the entire administration stands firmly in solidarity with the families during this difficult time and committed to providing all possible support/ assistance. Meanwhile, the DC Srinagar on Saturday visited the families of Naib Tehsildar Muzaffar Ahmad Khan on Satuday in Soibugh, Budgam and Suhail Ahmad Rather in Natipora, Srinagar to offer condolences and share their grief.

The condolence meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner, Rifat Aftab Qureshi, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Mir Imtiyaz Ul Aziz, Additional Deputy Commissioner Aadil Fareed, Chief Planning Officer, Fayaz Ahmad Dar, SDM West, Irfan Bahadur, District Social Welfare Officer, Dr Mukhtar Ahmad, Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Umar Gulzar, and other senior Officers and officials.

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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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