SHOPIAN: To highlight the importance of nutrition in maintaining good health and preventing waterborne diseases, two awareness camps were organized today by the Department of Ayush in Shopian district. Ayush Health and Wellness Centre (AH&WC) Wachi and AH&WC Dachoo held the camp at Alsaba Educational Institute Wachi Zainapora to highlight the importance of proper nutrition in preventing various diseases and maintaining overall health.

More than two hundred students participated in the camp who were sensitised about the significance of nutrition in disease prevention. Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Shafiq Ahmed Shah and Dr. Mohammed Yousuf highlighted the role of a balanced diet in maintaining good health and preventing lifestyle related disorders.

The camp also focused on post-flood precautions, where health officials advised people to ensure safe drinking water, maintain hygiene and take timely medical consultation to prevent waterborne diseases. Besides, a separate awareness programme was also conducted by AH&WC Kaprin in Kaprin regarding post flood precautions and prevention of water-borne diseases to ensure that the health education reaches vulnerable tribal nomadic communities.

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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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