JAMMU: Divisional Commissioner Jammu Ramesh Kumar today chaired a meeting to review the preparedness of District Administrations and hospitals to prevent the surge of Dengue cases in Jammu Division. The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioners of Udhampur, Jammu, Samba, Kathua, Director Urban Local Bodies, the Principal GMC Jammu, Director Health Services Jammu, Joint Commissioner Jammu Municipal Corporation, Malariologist and concerned Doctors.

The Divisional Commissioner was apprised of the year-wise comparative analysis of the surge in Dengue cases and the vulnerable spots. Threadbare discussion was held on preparedness of District Administrations and the preventive measures to be implemented for prevention of Dengue. Readiness of hospitals, availability of medical equipment and staff were also reviewed.

The Divisional Commissioner directed the Deputy Commissioners to prepare a plan with involvement of officials of Health ULB, BDO and District Malaria Officers, underlining points of action to control Dengue spread. He further asked for intensified IEC activities and publicity of Dos and Don'ts for protection against Dengue.

The Divisional Commissioner directed the health officials to share the data of Dengue cases with Municipal authorities for timely implementation of anti Dengue measures. Principal Government Medical College apprised the Divisional Commissioner on the readiness of GMC and Hospitals for Dengue patients.

 

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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.

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