DODA: On the last day of the ongoing Swasth Nari Sakshat Parivar campaign and the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the "Father of the Nation," the Health Department Doda, under the overall guidance of CMO Dr. Om Kumar, organized Kusht Mukti Abhiyan events across the district. The purpose of observing the day was to create mass awareness about leprosy and to sensitize the public about eliminating stigma associated with the disease. The main programme was held at the CMO office.

Among those present included BMO Ghat, Dr. Abdul Gafoor, along with the staff of CMO and Dy CMO Office Doda. On the occasion, a campaign vehicle was flagged off by the Dr. Abdul Gafoor in the presence of health staff. Later, all officials and staff took a pledge to fight against leprosy stigma and to spread awareness in the community.

Similar awareness programmes were organized at PHC Assar, SDH Gandoh, CHC Thathri and other parts of the district to mark the day. Apart from awareness activities, cleanliness drives were also conducted in hospitals and health institutions to promote the message of hygiene and sanitation. The Health Department reaffirmed its commitment to continue such initiatives for the welfare of society and to work towards a leprosy-free district.

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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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