JAMMU: Director Health Services Jammu (DHSJ) Dr. Abdul Hamid Zargar today visited the Sub District Hospital (SDH) Kot Bhalwal to review the functioning of the institution and assess the quality of healthcare services being provided to the public.

During the visit, the DHSJ inspected multiple sections of the hospital including the Outpatient Department (OPD), Emergency Wing, Labour Room, Pharmacy and Laboratory. He interacted with the medical and paramedical staff and took feedback from patients regarding the facilities and services available at the hospital.

Dr. Abdul Hamid Zargar emphasized the importance of maintaining cleanliness, punctuality and patient-friendly behavior by all staff members. He directed the hospital authorities to ensure the uninterrupted availability of essential drugs, diagnostic facilities and emergency services.

The Director also reviewed the ongoing National Health Programmes and instructed the concerned officers to ensure effective implementation of government health schemes like AB-PMJAY, JSSK and JSSY for the benefit of the community.

The visit concluded with an interactive meeting with the hospital staff, where key issues related to patient care, record maintenance and sanitation were discussed. He appreciated the efforts of the medical team for their commitment to providing quality healthcare and assured that all necessary support will be extended by the Directorate to further strengthen health infrastructure and manpower at SDH Kot Bhalwal.

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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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