BANDIPORA: Mohammad Owais Gurkoo on Monday assumed charge as the District Information Officer (DIO), Bandipora, following the transfer of Aadil Manzoor Wani from the district. Soon after assuming charge, Gurkoo held an introductory meeting with the officers and officials of the District Information Centre (DIC), Bandipora.

During the interaction, he reviewed the functioning of the office and interacted with the staff members. He stressed the need for dedication, professionalism and coordinated teamwork to ensure effective dissemination of information relating to Government policies, developmental initiatives and flagship programmes.

Gurkoo emphasized the importance of timely, accurate and people-centric dissemination of information through print, electronic and digital media, while highlighting the Department's role in strengthening public outreach and promoting greater public awareness about Government initiatives.

The officials of the District Information Centre welcomed the new District Information Officer and assured him of their wholehearted cooperation in the efficient discharge of the Department's responsibilities.

The occasion also marked a warm farewell to the outgoing District Information Officer, Bandipora, Aadil Manzoor Wani, in recognition of his dedicated service and valuable contribution to the Information Department in the district. Officials extended their heartfelt best wishes to Wani for success in his future assignments.

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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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