• Urges coordinated action to make Shopian TB-free

SHOPIAN: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Shishir Gupta today chaired a review meeting of TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan here at Mini Secretariat, Shopian to assess the progress of tuberculosis elimination efforts across the district.

During the meeting, the DC reviewed the status of TB case detection, treatment outcomes, follow-up mechanisms and awareness initiatives being undertaken in the district. He stressed the need for intensified screening, early diagnosis, timely treatment and coordinated efforts to achieve the objective of a TB-free Shopian.

The DC directed the Health Department to strengthen community outreach, ensure regular monitoring of patients, enhance public awareness regarding TB prevention and treatment and maintain close coordination among all stakeholders for effective implementation of the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan.

He emphasized that sustained efforts, active public participation and efficient healthcare delivery for achieving the national goal of eliminating tuberculosis within the stipulated timeline.

The meeting was attended by CMO, Shopian, Dr. Saima Bhat;  MS,  DH, Shopian, Dr. Arshid Qadri; DTO,  Dr. Aijaz Patloo, BMOs, besides Senior Treatment Supervisors (STS) and Senior Treatment Laboratory Supervisors (STLS).

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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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