JAMMU: A grand send off ceremony was organised today to accord an affectionate adieu to two senior JKAS officers; Naresh Kumar, Joint Director, Hospitality and Protocol Jammu and Kartar Singh, Additional Secretary, Rural Development Department on their superannuation.

Senior officers from the Civil, Police and Accounts services of the 2004 batch attended the event, including the Director Industries Jammu, Director Education Jammu and Director Hospitality and Protocol.

The speakers highlighted the contribution of both the officers during their postings as DSWO, BDO, SDM and Joint Directors. Their work for the welfare and development of people in Jammu in particular, and Jammu and Kashmir in general, was highly appreciated. Their roles in the Revenue Department, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board and other developmental departments also drew praise.

The speakers said that their illustrious careers spanning over 20 years will remain a guiding force for the young officers. On the occasion, the retiring officers were felicitated with mementos as a mark of respect.

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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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