SHOPIAN: A training programme was organized today at Government Degree College (GDC) Shopian for officials deployed on examination duties in connection with the upcoming JKSSB Accounts Assistant Examination scheduled to be held on November 15, 2026. 

The session was held to familiarize Superintendents, Deputy Superintendents, Centre Observers and Invigilators with examination-related guidelines, procedures and responsibilities to ensure the smooth, fair, and transparent conduct of the examination. 

Speaking On the occasion, Special Secretary (Law) JKSSB, Dr. Rais Ahmad Qazi underscored the crucial role of examination staff in upholding the credibility and integrity of the recruitment process. He urged the deployed officers and invigilators to remain vigilant, follow standard operating procedures strictly and ensure zero- error execution across all examination centres.

On the occasion, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Dr. Zakir Hussain Faaz stressed upon the deployed staff to discharge their assigned duties with utmost dedication and responsibility, ensuring that all necessary arrangements are put in place so the examination is conducted in a free, fair, and transparent manner. 

During the programme, Master Trainers imparted detailed training to the participating officials, highlighting various aspects of examination management, strict adherence to prescribed instructions, maintenance of discipline and observance of confidentiality throughout the examination process. Chief Education Officer, Bashir Ahmed Shah, BDO Keller and other concerned were present during the programme.

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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