JAMMU : The Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP) Jammu successfully organized a three-day training-cum-workshop for lab technicians of Jammu Division at Government Hospital Gandhi Nagar. The programme was aimed at enhancing the technical skills and field readiness of participants in disease surveillance and public health response. The training featured hands-on workshops, expert lectures and interactive sessions focusing on best practices in laboratory techniques, data management and effective communication for disease surveillance.

Participants were trained in the latest diagnostic tools and methodologies designed to strengthen their capacity for monitoring and controlling infectious diseases. The curriculum covered advanced laboratory techniques, surveillance methodologies and data management —all key components required for robust public health monitoring.

The sessions were conducted by expert facilitators from IDSP, providing participants with practical exposure and enabling them to apply the techniques learned in real-world scenarios. The participants expressed appreciation for the training, noting that it significantly enhanced their technical competencies and understanding of disease surveillance mechanisms.

The inaugural session was chaired by Dr. Abdul Hamid Zargar, Director health Services, Jammu in presence of Dr. Sanjay Sharma, Dy. Director Health Services Jammu, Dr. Harjeet Rai, Epidemiologist/SSO IDSP Jammu; Dr. Narinder Bhutyal, Medical Superintendent Government Hospital Gandhi Nagar Hospital, Jammu.

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