DODA: To review the functioning of healthcare institutions and assess the quality of services being provided to the public, the Chief Medical Officer Doda Dr. Vinod Sharma conducted an inspection of Primary Health Centre Changa in Medical Block Gandoh. The visit aimed to evaluate the overall functioning of the health facility, ensure the delivery of quality healthcare services and identify areas requiring improvement.

Dr. Sharma inspected different sections of the hospital, examined official records, reviewed attendance registers and assessed the availability of essential services and facilities. He also interacted with patients to obtain firsthand feedback regarding the healthcare services being provided at the institution.

While interacting with the staff, the CMO emphasized the importance of punctuality, professional dedication and patient-friendly healthcare services. ā€All healthcare workers must remain committed to their duties and ensure better patient care outcomes through efficient and compassionate service delivery,ā€ he stressed.

Later, Dr. Sharma convened a meeting with the staff members in the presence of Block Medical Officer Dr. Farooq Saleem. During the meeting, the staff members highlighted certain operational and infrastructural challenges affecting the smooth functioning of the institution. The CMO assured them that all genuine issues would be taken up with the concerned authorities for appropriate redressal. Dr. Sharma appreciated the efforts of the medical and paramedical staff serving in the far-flung area and urged them to continue working with dedication and sincerity for the welfare of the people.

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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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