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SRINAGAR: Secretary, J&K Academy of Art, Culture and Languages Bharat Singh Manhas passed away yesterday evening after a brief illness. A JKAS Officer of 2001 batch, Manhas had joined the JKAACL as Secretary in May 2022. During his 2 year stint he made the cultural sector visible and vibrant. As a mark of respect for late Manhas, a condolence meeting was held at headquarters of the Cultural Academy at Lal Mandi, Srinagar on Saturday, which was presided over by Principal Secretary to Government, Culture Department Suresh Kumar Gupta.

Several literary and artistic organisations have expressed their condolences over his demise. ā€œThe demise of Shri Bharat Singh Ji has left a void. His absence will be deeply feltā€, Principal Secretary Culture said. Echoing similar sentiments, Chairman J&K Artists Association Gulzar Ahmad Bhat also expressed deep sorrow and grief over the demise of Bharat Singh Manhas.

Among others the condolence meeting was attended by Deputy Secretary, Syed Shakeel Ul Rehman, Officer Incharge, Kashmir Division, Farooq Anwar Mirza, Officer Incharge TRC, Mufti Shafeeq U Rehman, President Adbi Markaz Kamraz, Mohammad Amin Bhat, NSD Coordinator, Gulzar Ahmad Ganai and noted artist Mushtaq Ali Ahmad Khan.

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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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