KATRA: The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) hosted a farewell ceremony to bid adieu to its outgoing CEO, Shri Anshul Garg, who served the Board for over three years prior assuming his new role as Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir. Shri Sachin Kumar Vaishya, formerly Deputy Commissioner, Jammu, has succeeded him as the new CEO of SMVDSB.

In recognition of Shri Garg’s exemplary service and unwavering dedication to the organization, he was felicitated with a Mata Ki Chunri and a commemorative memento. During his farewell address, Shri Garg expressed heartfelt gratitude to the officers and staff of the Shrine Board for their steadfast support and cooperation throughout his tenure. He highlighted the various initiatives launched by the Board during his tenure, which have been completed, ongoing and are forthcoming, all focused on improving facilities and services for pilgrims.

Shri Alok Kumar Maurya, Addl. CEO, fondly reminisced about working under Shri Anshul Garg's leadership, praising his visionary approach, administrative expertise and commitment to excellence which greatly contributed to the Shrine Board's growth. He extended warm wishes on behalf of the Shrine Board family to Shri Garg for success in his new role and expressed hope for his continued association with the organization.

Among those present on the occasion were Satish Kumar Sharma Jt. Chief Executive Officer; Mahesh Sharma, FA/Chief Accounts Officer; Pawan Kumar Goswami, Dy. CEO, Vipan Bhagat, Dhruv Gupta, Dr. Gopal K. Sharma Asstt. CEOs, other Sr. Officers, Managers, Engineers and employees of the Shrine Board.

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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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