In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
  • Directs timely completion of ongoing works, strengthening of security arrangements

BUDGAM: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Jatin Kishore, today chaired a meeting to review the availability of essential facilities, security arrangements and ongoing developmental works at Railway Station Budgam.

The Deputy Commissioner reviewed the availability of essential services, particularly adequate water supply, and took stock of facilities for in-house employees. He directed the concerned officers to ensure timely completion of ongoing water supply schemes and explore a change in the existing water supply source to ensure reliable supply to the railway station.

He also instructed the concerned departments to expedite the installation of streetlights, complete pending fencing works, ensure adequate accommodation facilities for SSB and RPF personnel, and remove encroachments, wherever identified.

Emphasising inter-departmental coordination, the Deputy Commissioner directed the officers to ensure the timely and quality completion of all ongoing works and the prompt resolution of issues.

The meeting was attended by the Chief Area Manager, Northern Railways, Srinagar; ASP Budgam; Joint Director Planning; Superintending Engineers of R&B Circle and Hydraulic, Budgam; Executive Engineers of R&B, PHE and KPDCL, Budgam; Tehsildar Budgam; Executive Officer, Municipal Council Budgam; Deputy Commandant, 163 Battalion SSB; and Assistant Divisional Engineer, Northern Railways, Srinagar.

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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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