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SRINAGAR: The Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom, Kashmir, today held a condolence meeting to mourn the death of Gazanfar Ali, former Director, Handicrafts, who passed away on Thursday night in Srinagar.

Officers and officials of the Directorate attended the meeting, expressing deep grief over his demise. Participants prayed for the eternal peace of the departed soul and conveyed their heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family.

Recalling his distinguished service, attendees remembered Sh. Gazanfar Ali's tenure in the Handicrafts Department for his friendly and caring nature. They also acknowledged his role in strengthening the sector's institutional framework, noting his professional conduct and dedication as key parts of his legacy. The meeting observed that his passing is a loss not just to his family and friends, but to all who worked with him.

Speaking on the occasion, the Director, Handicrafts & Handloom, Kashmir, expressed deep anguish over the loss, saying Gazanfar Ali Sahib would be remembered for his dedicated service, professional integrity and commitment.

He noted that his contribution to public service and the promotion of traditional crafts would remain part of the department's institutional memory, and conveyed his condolences to the family, praying for strength to bear this irreparable loss. Directorate stands with the bereaved family in this difficult hour, sharing in their grief.

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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.

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