JAMMU: In a heartfelt gesture of compassion and social responsibility, Home for the Aged & Infirm (Vridh Ashram), Ambphalla, Jammu, organized a humanitarian ration kits distribution programme at Village Lehar, Akhnoor, benefiting ninety two deserving and economically disadvantaged families belonging to the Panchayats of Upper Sungal, Lower Sungal-A, Lower Sungal-B and Lower Sungal-C.

The initiative was undertaken to provide essential support to vulnerable families while promoting the values of dignity, care and community solidarity. The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from local residents and community representatives, making it a meaningful occasion of service and public welfare.

The event was graced by Shri Mukhtar Ahmed, JKAS, Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Akhnoor, and Ms. Preeti Sharma, JKAS, District Social Welfare Officer, Jammu, whose presence added immense value to the programme. Addressing the gathering, both dignitaries provided detailed information regarding various welfare schemes and social security initiatives launched by the Government for the benefit of the public. They explained the objectives, eligibility criteria and procedures associated with these schemes.

Er. Pankaj Gupta, President, Dr. Dinesh Gupta, Secretary, accompanied by Managing Committee Members Sr. Rajinder Singh, Shri Sat Pal Sharma, Shri Vijay Dhawan and Social Activist Raghav Gupta represented the Home.

A special note of appreciation was extended to Smt. Anju Sharma, Sarpanch, and Shri K. C. Bhagat, Former Principal, GHSS Akhnoor, for their valuable support and cooperation in the successful conduct of the programme.

The Managing Committee members of the Home also appealed to the public to refer needy senior citizens aged 60 years and above who are physically and mentally fit, free from substance addiction, and have no one to care for them. They informed the gathering that such elders may be referred to Vridh Ashram, Jammu, where they would be provided comfortable stay with all basic necessities of life with dignity.

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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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