SHOPIAN: Dr. Zakir Hussain Faaz, the Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC), conducted a morning inspection of the District Hospital Shopian to evaluate the facilities and services available to patients.

During the visit, the ADC toured various wards, engaging with patients and their attendants to inquire about their health and the quality of healthcare services provided. The inspection included the emergency ward, surgical ward, gynecology ward, pediatric ward, outpatient department, and other areas, where the ADC emphasized the importance of maintaining cleanliness and order.

The ADC instructed hospital management to ensure the highest standards of healthcare for patients and highlighted the necessity of cleanliness throughout the hospital premises.

Additionally, the ADC reviewed the ongoing construction of the Critical Care Block, which is being developed at an estimated cost of Rs. 23 crores by the Hospital Services Consultancy Corporation Limited. This facility is intended to significantly improve emergency and intensive care services in the district.

Furthermore, the ADC assessed staff attendance and reported the findings to Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Shahid Saleem Dar, noting that actions would be taken against employees who were absent during the inspection. Accompanying the ADC were Dr. Khalid Abbas, Superintendent of DHS Shopian, along with other relevant health officials

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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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