KUPWARA: Indian Army in collaboration with District Administration Kupwara today organized a ceremony to commemorate the sacrifice of Late Bashir Ahmad Lone, RifleMan, JK Light Infantry Battalion at Boys Higher Secondary School (BHSS) Drugmulla. Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Ayushi Sudan was chief guest on the occasion. Brigadier, Ashish Shandil; DDC Member Drugmulla, Amina Majeed; Principal BHSS Drugmulla, ZEO, BDO, besides,  a large number of students were present at the occasion.

On the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner and Brigadier inaugurated the statue of late Bashir Ahmad Lone in the school premises in presence of Mother of the late Jawan, Saba Begum and his brother, Mohammad Shafi Lone. A one minute silence was also observed in the honour of the late Jawan.

Speaking at the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner paid tribute to the late Rifle Man, Bashir Ahmad Lone and glorified his sacrifice and selfless service to the nation.  She asked the students to take inspiration from the late Jawan and contribute towards the society.  She also expressed her gratitude to the mother of the Soldier for the sacrifice given by her son while serving the nation.

Meanwhile, the mother of the late Jawan and his brother were honoured by the officers on the stage. Later, the Deputy Commissioner and the Brigadier distributed stationery items among the students.

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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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