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

POONCH: Deputy Commissioner Poonch Ashok Kumar Sharma today chaired a meeting at the Conference Hall of the DC Office Poonch to review winter preparedness and ensure the availability of essential services and supplies across the district.

The meeting was attended by the Additional Deputy Commissioner, Superintending Engineers (SEs) of PHE and PWD, Executive Engineers of Jal Shakti, PWD and PHE, Assistant Director FCS&CA, Assistant Commissioner Panchayat (ACP), Dy SP Traffic, representatives from SDRF and other district officers associated with essential supplies, road safety, connectivity, power, water supply and healthcare services.

During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner reviewed the preparedness of the departments to address challenges arising during the winter season, with particular emphasis on the availability of essential commodities, maintenance of road connectivity, snow clearance, prompt restoration of essential services and emergency response mechanisms.

The Deputy Commissioner directed the concerned departments to ensure that necessary arrangements are put in place well in advance to deal with any eventuality during the winter season. He stressed the need to maintain adequate stocks of essential commodities, ensure uninterrupted water and power supply, strengthen healthcare facilities and make timely arrangements for snow clearance to keep roads accessible, particularly in vulnerable and snow-prone areas.

He further directed the officers to ensure close interdepartmental coordination, keep men and machinery ready for emergency operations, and respond promptly to public grievances and weather-related emergencies.

Emphasising the importance of public safety and convenience, the DC directed all departments to work in close coordination and ensure effective implementation of winter preparedness measures across the district.

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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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