KULGAM: To take stock of ongoing health projects in the hospital aimed to provide better healthcare facilities to the public, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan today visited District Hospital Kulgam.

During the visit, DC passed instructions of expediting work on developmental projects including extension of 50 bedded emergency critical care unit, additional block for maternity and child health, renovation and upgradation of main District Hospital building, new ticketing counter cum waiting area, DNB hostel, developing additional car parking, and a dedicated space for autopsy room.

He took a detailed review of hospital functioning by visiting IPD wards, interacted with patients and enquired about the facilities being provided in the hospital. DC enjoined upon executing agency to expedite the left out work of old hospital building at the earliest so that it can be fully utilized for the patients. DC was accompanied by ADC, Viqar Ahmed Giri; Xen R&B, Tehsildar Kulgam, AEE, CEO MC Kulgam and administrative staff of DH Kulgam.

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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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