JAMMU: A farewell function was organised today in the Conference Hall of the Directorate of Horticulture, Jammu, on the occasion of the retirement of S. Harmeet Singh, Chauffeur, after 27 years of service to the Department.

The function was attended by Director Horticulture Jammu Gul Syed, Deputy Director Horticulture (Central), Jammu Mukesh Sharma, Deputy Director Planning Divya Mahajan, Accounts Officer, Chief Horticulture Officer Jammu R. Kotwal, Technical Section Officers, Horticulture Information and Publicity Officer Randhir Singh Parihar, NRO Satish Kumar, Assistant Director Sunil Gupta, DL-SMSs, Horticulture Development Officer Information Dr. Vijay Kumar, HDOs and other officers and officials of the Department.

Speaking on the occasion, the Director appreciated the dedication, honesty and commitment displayed by S. Harmeet Singh throughout his service career. He conveyed his best wishes for a healthy, happy and prosperous retired life. The officers and staff members also extended their wishes and appreciation to the retiree and acknowledged his contributions to the department over the years.

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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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