ANANTNAG: In alignment with the Prime Minister's vision of 'Sahakar-se-Samriddhi' and to enhance the availability of affordable generic medicines to rural populations, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Anantnag, S.F. Hamid today inaugurated the fifth Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Jan Aushadhi Kendra (PMBJAK) under the Cooperative Sector at PHC Srigufwara, here.

During the inauguration, the DC emphasized the significance of PMBJAKs for providing effective and affordable medicines. He urged the public to utilize these centers to benefit from their cost-effective healthcare solutions. The DC also praised the Cooperative Department for achieving its target of five PMBJAKs in the district.

The Deputy Registrar Cooperative Societies Anantnag reported that the Ministry of Cooperation has set a target of establishing five PMBJAKs per district. Anantnag is the first district in the Union Territory to achieve this goal, with four of the centers located within district health facilities, ensuring round-the-clock healthcare services.

The inauguration marks a significant milestone in improving healthcare accessibility in Anantnag. The event was attended by the Deputy Registrar Cooperative Societies Anantnag, as well as officers, officials from the Cooperative Department, hospital administration, and a large public gathering.

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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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