SRINAGAR: Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar organized an affectionate farewell function to bid adieu to its retiring employees today. The farewell function was attended by Principal/Dean, Prof. Dr. Iffat Hassan; Administrator, Mohammad Ashraf Hakak; Deputy Registrar, Prof. Dr. Mohammad Saleem Yattoo; Medical Superintendent, Dr. Tasneem; CMOs, RMOs, nursing staff, and other dignitaries.

The college honored three dedicated employees who retired on superannuation including Mtr. Saleema Mir, Senior Grade Nurse; Kamal Kishore, Museum Curator; and Ghulam Mohamad Chopan, Multi-Tasking Staff member. The college appreciated their selfless service, dedication, and tireless efforts in their respective roles.

Mtr. Saleema Mir was recognized for her exceptional nursing skills and compassionate care. Kamal Kishore was appreciated for his meticulous maintenance and development of the college's museum. Ghulam Mohamad Chopan was acknowledged for his hard work and commitment to the institution. Additionally, the college also felicitated two employees who retired recently: Javid Ahmad, Estates Officer, and Ms. Dildan, Senior Lab Technician. The college expressed its gratitude for their contributions and wished them a happy and fulfilling post-retirement life.

Principal/Dean Prof. Dr. Iffat Hassan expressed heartfelt appreciation and gratitude to the retiring employees for their invaluable contributions to the institution. She praised their dedication, hard work, and commitment to providing quality healthcare services.

The farewell function was a heartfelt tribute to the retiring employees, acknowledging their years of service and wishing them a happy and fulfilling post-retirement life. The college family bid a fond farewell to the retiring employees, thanking them for their selfless service and dedication. As a token of love and appreciation, each retiring employee received a shawl, certificate of acknowledgement, and a memento.

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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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