JAMMU:  Director Health Services Jammu Dr. Abdul Hamid Zargar conducted an extensive visit to different Healthcare facilities across Doda district in the last two days. He visited Primary Health Centre Changa, Community Health Centre (CHC) Gandoh and Community Health Centre (CHC) Thathri to review the functioning of health institutions and assess the delivery of healthcare services in the far-flung areas of District Doda.

At PHC Changa and CHC Gandoh, the DHS Jammu along with CMO Dr. Om Kumar took extensive round of the hospital to assess its working. The DHS inspected all the sections including OPD, IPD, Labour Room, Wards, Laboratory, Store, X-Ray and Dental Section.

The DHS interacted with Medical consultants, doctors and paramedical staff, emphasizing the importance of punctuality, discipline and maintaining a proper dress code while discharging their duties. DHS also interacted with the patients in the ward and enquired about the facilities being provided to them. He directed staff to work with full dedication and accountability, ensuring all services are delivered efficiently and professionally.

Later, at CHC Thathri, he reviewed the infrastructure, equipment status and implementation of various national health programmes including Ayushman Bharat, NCD, and maternal & child health services. He directed the concerned officials to ensure uninterrupted healthcare delivery and to strengthen outreach activities in remote areas. He lauded the dedication of healthcare workers serving in difficult and hilly terrains and encouraged them to continue their efforts toward providing quality healthcare to 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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