SRINAGAR: The Director Health Services Kashmir (DHSK), Dr Jehangir Bakshi along with the Divisional team, today conducted an extensive visit to Jawahar Lal Nehru Memorial (JLNM) Hospital Rainawari here to assess the current status of hospital facilities and address key areas requiring immediate attention.

During the tour, Director visited the CT Scan section and highlighted the need to expedite the delivery of the MRI machine, which has already been processed through the Jammu and Kashmir Medical Supplies Corporation Ltd (JKMSCL).

The Director stressed the importance of ensuring that the hospital’s Operation Theatres function 24x7 for conducting various specialized surgeries. He directed the concerned officers to prioritize the augmentation of both human resources and equipment required to make this possible, thereby enhancing surgical care at the hospital.

The Director conducted a detailed review of the work being done in the Surgical and Medical Intensive Care Units (ICUs). He examined the overall functionality of these critical care units and instructed to improve patient management and care delivery.

A thorough review of the Paediatric section was also carried out. The Director commended the efforts of the staff in managing patient care, recognizing the quality of services being provided to children.

The Director reviewed the Diplomate of National Board (DNB) Program, which has significantly contributed to the hospital’s patient care services. Furthermore, the Director reviewed the progress of various National Health Programs being implemented at JLNM Hospital. During the visit, the DHSK was accompanied by MS JLNM Hospital and his team.

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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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