In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

JAMMU: Commissioner Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) and Chief Executive Officer, Jammu Smart City Limited (JSCL), Ms. Ayushi Sudan on Monday inspected ongoing and completed projects under the Jammu Smart City initiative, visiting both banks of the Tawi Riverfront, the PM e-bus seva depot and Tawi Wonderland Park.

During her maiden inspection of the projects, Ms. Ayushi Sudan visited the left bank of the Tawi Riverfront before proceeding to the right bank. She reviewed the infrastructure developed along the river and took stock of the works undertaken to improve public spaces and recreational facilities. Project Director Sunil Thusu briefed her on the projects along the banks, their present status and the facilities developed under the Smart City initiative.

She later visited the PM e-bus seva depot to review its functioning and inspect the infrastructure supporting electric bus services in Jammu. She also took stock of the existing facilities and operational arrangements required for the smooth running of e-buses. The visit also covered the infrastructure available at the depot to support the city's electric public transport services.

Officials briefed her on the existing arrangements and the operational aspects of the facility. Ms. Ayushi Sudan also visited Tawi Wonderland Park at Bhagwati Nagar, another major facility developed under the Jammu Smart City initiative. The visit was part of her review of public infrastructure and recreational amenities created for residents and visitors.

During the inspection, she reviewed the projects with JSCL officials and received a briefing on their implementation and functioning. The visit covered key Smart City projects related to riverfront development, public transport infrastructure and recreational facilities.

Senior General Manager Rajesh Abrol, General Manager Saleem Ul Sabah, Assistant Executive Engineer Vivek Chopra, Assistant Executive Engineer, Akhil Samyal, GM IT, Neeraj Ticku, Manager IT, Rahul Pandit and other JSCL officials accompanied the Commissioner during the inspection.

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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.

— Team JK Monitor

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