KUPWARA: On the eve of 'World Sight Day', a ‘Special Eye Screening camp’ was today organized by District Health Society Kupwara at D.C Office Kupwara. On the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara, Ayushi Sudan visited the camp and received feedback from the concerned regarding the observance of the World Sight Day in the district.

Chief Medical Officer Kupwara was also present. The Camp was organized under the banner “Love Your Eyes, Kids” in which an Ophthalmology Surgeon and Ophthalmology Technician were deployed. On the occasion, the DC appreciated the efforts of the Health Department Kupwara for organizing the Eye Screening camp. She asked the concerned for continuing such initiatives which will benefit the people in large.

Meanwhile, eye screening of various employees of D.C Office Complex were held during the Special Eye Screening camp. It was informed that Eye Screening checkups were also held in all Health Institutions of the district including CHCs, PHCs and H&WCs in which eye checkup of large number of people were carried out.

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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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