RAJOURI: As part of the ongoing TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, the 31st consecutive Medical Camp-cum-Nikshay Shivir, being conducted continuously since 01 July 2026 was successfully organised, the other day at Central Jail Dhangri Rajouri in collaboration with the Medical Superintendent Central Jail Dhangri Rajinder Singh Chib.

The camp was organised under the guidance and directions of Deputy Commissioner Rajouri Abhishek Sharma, Director Health Services Jammu Dr. Poonam Sethi, Additional Deputy Commissioner Kalakote, Dr. Mohammad Tanwir and Chief Medical Officer Rajouri Dr. Manohar Rana.

Speaking on the occasion, Block Medical Officer Kalakote Dr. Iqbal Malik said that tuberculosis (TB) screening was conducted using a handheld X-ray machine, facilitating the early detection of suspected TB cases. Comprehensive awareness sessions were also organised to educate inmates and jail staff about TB prevention, early diagnosis and the importance of timely treatment and adherence to therapy.

Besides TB screening, the medical team provided free medical consultations, essential medicines, various laboratory investigations and other healthcare services to the inmates, ensuring comprehensive healthcare delivery within the correctional facility.

The beneficiaries expressed sincere gratitude to the Deputy Commissioner for his visionary leadership and continuous support in strengthening public health initiatives. They also appreciated the guidance of the senior health authorities and the dedicated efforts of the Health Team Block Kalakote for organising the camp and ensuring quality healthcare services reached the inmates.

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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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