KUPWARA: District Administration Kupwara today accorded a warm farewell to the outgoing District Information Officer (DIO), Iftakhar Naseem, while extending a cordial welcome to the newly posted District Information Officer, Aadil Manzoor Wani.

Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Shrikant Suse conveyed his sincere appreciation for the dedicated services rendered by Iftakhar Naseem during his tenure in the district. He lauded his professionalism, commitment, and valuable contribution towards strengthening public communication and dissemination of government initiatives. The Deputy Commissioner wished him continued success and excellence in his future assignments.

On the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner also welcomed Aadil Manzoor Wani as the new District Information Officer, expressing confidence that he would carry forward the responsibilities with dedication and work closely with the district administration to further enhance public outreach and information dissemination.

The farewell-cum-welcome function was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kupwara, Gulzar Ahmad Khan; Assistant Commissioner Revenue (ACR), Peerzada Mumtaz Ahmad; Chief Planning Officer (CPO), Parvaiz Ahmad; Accounts Officer, Javaid Ahmad; and other officers and officials of the District Administration Kupwara.

The officers present extended their best wishes to the outgoing DIO for his future endeavors and welcomed the new incumbent, expressing hope for a productive and successful tenure in Kupwara.

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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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