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SRINAGAR: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today convened a meeting of all the Administrative Secretaries besides other officers of Civil Secretariat to condole the demise of Secretary, J&K Academy of Art Culture & Languages (JKAACL), Bharat Singh Manhas, who breathed his last on Friday evening.

During the condolence meet, the Chief Secretary termed Singh a very humble and competent officer who always disbursed his duties with dedication. He recalled him as  a sober personality who had very cordial relations with his subordinates.

Dulloo acknowledged that while holding the charge of Secretary, JKAACL the officer played a very crucial role in taking the Academy to newer heights. He maintained that Singh would be remembered for long for digitization of Academy resources besides making it a vibrant cultural centre during his tenure.

The Chief Secretary expressed profound grief and shock over the untimely demise of late Manhas. He conveyed sympathies with the bereaved family in this hour of pain and loss.

Several Administrative Secretaries and senior officers also eulogised the role of Manhas as a capable officer par excellence. They extended their condolences and sympathies for the family. Later, all the dignitaries observed two minute silence as a mark of respect for the departed soul.

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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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