In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
  • Calls for effective enforcement, responsible waste handling and sustainable sanitation practices

KATHUA: Deputy Commissioner Kathua, Rajesh Sharma today chaired a meeting here at the DC Office Complex to review the implementation of Solid Waste Management Rules in the district.

The Deputy Commissioner reviewed the waste management practices being presently followed and stressed the need for effective implementation of the prescribed rules governing collection, segregation, transportation and scientific disposal of solid waste.

He directed the concerned departments to ensure strict compliance with the applicable rules and emphasised the identification and proper management of bulk waste generators. He further directed the concerned authorities to issue notices to industrial units for ensuring compliance with the prescribed solid waste management norms.

The DC called for strengthening monitoring mechanisms, promoting waste segregation at source and intensifying public awareness campaigns to discourage indiscriminate dumping of waste. He stressed coordinated efforts among all stakeholders to improve sanitation standards and ensure environmentally sustainable waste management practices.

ADC Kathua Sachin Jamwal, CPO Kathua Ranjeet Thakur, ACP Ajeet Kumar, AO Akhil Kumar, CEO MC Kathua Amit Sharma and representatives from concerned departments were present in the meeting.

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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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