SRINAGAR: Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health & Medical Education, Sakeena Masood visited Muslim Public High School Rajbagh today following a severe fire incident that caused extensive damage to school building.

The Minister was accompanied by Member of Legislative Assembly for Lal Chowk, Sheikh Ahsan Pardesi, Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Principal of Muslim Public High School, and officers from the Fire & Emergency Services Department, Police and other concerned agencies.

During her visit, the Minister inspected the affected areas, assessed the damage and spoke with school authorities and local officials about immediate needs and plans for recovery. She emphasized the government’s commitment to supporting the school’s reconstruction efforts and ensuring that students can resume their education as soon as possible.

The Minister also commended the prompt response of Fire & Emergency Services, whose efforts helped to contain the blaze and prevent further damage. She assured the school administration of Department’s assistance in restoring educational facilities and addressing safety concerns to prevent future incidents.

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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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