REASI: A meeting was convened today by Deputy Commissioner Reasi, Vishesh Mahajan, with senior citizens in Katra. The meeting, aimed at addressing the concerns and requirements of senior citizens, saw active participation and fruitful discussions. During the meeting, senior citizens expressed their gratitude to the District Administration for the special facilities provided to them in hospitals and other government premises. They also highlighted various issues of concern, which were attentively heard by Deputy Commissioner, Mahajan.

He assured them that their concerns would be resolved on a priority basis. One of the key requests put forth by the senior citizens was for a designated space in Katra where they could gather comfortably for discussions and community activities. Responding to this request, DC Mahajan promptly directed the Sub-Divisional Magistrate Katra to explore suitable location for the purpose. The meeting was attended by SDM Katra Piyush Dhotra, Tehsildar Katra Jatinder Singh and Chairman Shiv Kumar Sharma and other members.

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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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