KULGAM: Vijayadashami (Dussehra) was today celebrated with great enthusiasm and religious fervour at K.P. Colony, Vessu. On the auspicious occasion, Deputy Commissioner Kulgam,  Shahzad Alam , visited the colony and took part in celebrations with the residents.

He also extended heartfelt greetings to the people. Besides, the DC also inspected the ongoing infrastructure development works and took stock of the progress being made. He also interacted with the residents and listened to their various issues and concerns. The Deputy Commissioner assured the residents that their genuine concerns would be looked into by the concerned authorities.

As part of the Dussehra celebrations, a prize distribution ceremony was organised for children to encourage their participation and recognise their talent. The celebrations culminated with the traditional burning of the effigy of Ravana by a large gathering of colony residents, symbolising the victory of good over evil.

Vessu Welfare Committee expressed its gratitude to the Deputy Commissioner for visiting the colony, reviewing the ongoing development works, and interacting with the residents. The Committee also conveyed its warm greetings to all residents on Vijayadashami, emphasising the values of truth, righteousness, unity, brotherhood, and humanity.

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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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