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

‎‎RAJOURI: Deputy Commissioner Rajouri Dr. Devansh Yadav today chaired a Public Grievances Redressal and Service Delivery Camp here at the PWD Dak Bungalow to address the issues and concerns of residents of the Municipal Area and strengthen the delivery of essential services at the grassroots level.

‎‎Residents raised a range of issues related to civic amenities and public infrastructure. These included the parking facilities and a designated waste dumping site, replacement of damaged water pipelines, provision of a warehouse, restoration of public utilities damaged during recent flash floods, relief for affected families and repair of dilapidated internal roads.

‎‎The Deputy Commissioner gave a patient hearing to the residents and assured them that all genuine grievances would be addressed in a time bound manner through coordinated action by the concerned departments. He emphasised the importance of proper planning, inter-departmental coordination and timely execution of development works to improve civic amenities and ensure efficient service delivery.

‎‎Dr. Devansh Yadav also said that a cricket tournament would be organised shortly to channelise the energy of youth in a positive direction and encourage greater participation of local youth in sports.

Highlighting the objectives of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, he called upon young people to actively participate in awareness programmes aimed at preventing drug abuse and promoting a healthy and responsible lifestyle.

‎‎Regarding the issue of stray dog menace in the town, the Deputy Commissioner assured that effective measures shall be taken to control the canine population. He further assured to facilitate the licensing of street vendors while ensuring proper regulation of vending spaces to prevent overcrowding and maintain public convenience.

‎‎Reiterating the administration’s commitment to responsive governance, Dr. Yadav said that sustained and coordinated efforts would continue to address public concerns and improve civic facilities across the Municipal Area.

‎‎Among those present were ADDC Malikzada Sheraz Ul Haq, IAS Probationer Akash Garg, PO ICDS Harpal Singh, ACD Sheraz Chowhan, ACR Mohd Jahangir Khan, CPO Maqsood Ahmed, ACP Mohd Rafeeq, DDE Mohd Nawaz Choudhary, EO MC Rajouri Ashiq Rafiq Malik and other concerned officers.

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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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