SRINAGAR: In a significant public outreach initiative, the Hon'ble Chairperson of the J&K Waqf Board and Minister of State, Dr. Syed Darakhshan Andrabi , today held a Public Darbar at the Central Waqf Office, Sonwar. More than 50 deputations and individuals from different parts of Jammu & Kashmir met the Hon'ble Chairperson and submitted their grievances, representations, and suggestions pertaining to Waqf affairs, shrine management, public welfare, and community-related matters.

Dr. Andrabi gave a patient hearing to every delegation and issued on-the-spot directions to the concerned officers for the prompt redressal of genuine grievances. She emphasized that the J&K Waqf Board remains committed to transparent, accountable, and people-centric governance, ensuring that public concerns are addressed in a timely and effective manner.

The visiting deputations appreciated Dr. Andrabi's accessible leadership, compassionate approach, and unwavering commitment to public service. They expressed satisfaction over the prompt attention given to their issues and lauded the efficient grievance redressal mechanism of the J&K Waqf Board. The Public Darbar once again reflected the Board's commitment to maintaining close public engagement and delivering efficient, transparent, and accountable services under the dynamic leadership of Dr. Syed Darakhshan Andrabi.

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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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