JAMMU: Director Health Services Jammu (DHSJ) Dr. Poonam Sethi conducted a surprise visit to Sub-District Hospital- Kot Bhalwal, Community Health Centre- Sohanjana and Ayushman Arogya Mandhir (AAM)- Surechak to review the functioning of the institution and assess the quality of healthcare services being provided to the public.

During the visit, the Director inspected various sections of each hospital including the Outpatient Department (OPD), Emergency Wing, Labour Room, Pharmacy and Laboratory. She interacted with the medical and paramedical staff and took feedback from patients regarding the facilities and services available at the hospital.

She laid special emphasis on the functioning of Emergency Rooms (ER Rooms) with Cleanliness, availability of emergency drugs and life-saving medicines to ensure prompt management of patients during emergencies. She also reviewed implementation of the ongoing National Health Programmes like AB-PMJAY, JSSK and JSSY.

The Director Health Services stressed on quality patient care, proper maintenance of records, sanitation and cleanliness, punctuality and patient-friendly behavior. She assured that all necessary support shall be extended by the Directorate to strengthen health infrastructure and manpower at these Health Institutes.

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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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