JAMMU: Director Health Services Jammu Dr. Abdul Hamid Zargar today reviewed preparedness of health institutions to handle heat wave triggered health conditions here at a meeting.  The meeting was attended virtually by Medical Superintendent Gandhinagar, Medical Superintendent Jagti, all CMOs and Medical Superintendents of Jammu Division.

Controller of Stores Dr. Ritesh Khullar and Nodal Officer National Programme on Climate Change and Human Health  (NPCCHH) Dr. Rashmi Sharma attended the meeting physically. Taking stock of the overall situation, the DHS laid stress on conducting aggressive IEC campaigns to enhance awareness on prevention and control of heat related illnesses.

The DHS directed the CMOs and MSs to establish ORS corners, maintain stocks of essential medicines, IV fluid and keep heat stroke rooms ready in all health facilities. Availability of Ambulance services and Fire Safety Protocols in the health institutions was also stressed upon. He instructed all stakeholders to keep record of heat related illness cases at PHC/ NTPHC/ UPHC levels and update the same on Integrated Health Information Platform (IHIP) portal on daily basis.

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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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