SHOPIAN: The Department of Social Welfare Shopian in collaboration with the Department of Ayush today organized a significant Awareness cum Free Geriatric Health Check-up Camp for senior citizens at the Tehsil Social Welfare Sub Office, Chitragam, Shopian.

The event was held under the aegis of the National Action Plan for Senior Citizens (NAPSrC) which focused to create awareness regarding various welfare schemes of the department and address the specific health needs and well-being of the senior citizen community in the region.

A dedicated team of doctors and healthcare professionals from the Ayush Department provided comprehensive health check-ups, consultations and preventive health advice. Over 200 senior citizens attended the camp and availed themselves of free medical services, including crucial health screenings, dietary guidance and awareness on managing age-related ailments.

The event also served as a platform to raise awareness about various government welfare measures and schemes available for senior citizens under the NAPSrC, greatly benefiting the participants through accessible and specialized healthcare.

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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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