JAMMU: Divisional Commissioner Jammu Ramesh Kumar today reviewed the arrangements for the Mega Health Camp to be organised by Rotary International from Oct 27 to Oct 31, 2025 at Basholi. The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioner Kathua, Principal GMC Kathua, Director Health Services Jammu and office bearers from Rotary International.

The Mega Health Camp would offer free- of-cost advanced medical care and surgery services to people from marginalized sections of the society living in remote and far flung areas of District Kathua. During the meeting, the Divisional Commissioner discussed different logistics arrangements for smooth conduct of the mega health camp.

He directed the Deputy Commissioner to ensure adequate arrangements for transportation and accommodation of Specialists arriving for rendering their services and other necessary requirements. The Health Department was asked for prior identification and screening of people who require advanced surgery and medical treatment in the district while prioritising the patients who are needy and poor.

The Director Health and Principal GMC Kathua were asked to provide medical equipment, supporting staff and paramedics during the five day mega health camp. It was informed by Dr. Dushyant that around 800 advanced surgeries were performed at the last Mega Health Camp held in Doda-Kishtwar region. The Divisional Commissioner asked for wide publicity via Radio and other media to mobilize maximum number of people for availing the services at the mega health camp.

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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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