UDHAMPUR: A newly established Anganwadi-cum-Creche centre was inaugurated today in Udhampur Township under the Palna scheme of Mission Shakti.  The inauguration of the new centre at Dandyal A, Ward No. 21 has taken the total number of Anganwadi-cum-Creche centres in Udhampur and Ramnagar towns to four.

The newly established Anganwadi-cum-Creche was inaugurated by Deputy Commissioner Saloni Rai. The initiative aims to provide a supportive environment for the holistic development of children up to six years of age and empower working mothers by ensuring safe and nurturing day-care facilities for their children.

Speaking on the occasion, the DC highlighted that the establishment of these Creches will significantly benefit families, particularly working women, who often face challenges in ensuring adequate childcare during working hours. “These centres will enable mothers to engage productively at their workplaces while their children receive proper care, nutrition and early education,” she added.

During day-care hours, children at these Creches will receive nutritious meals, early childhood education, basic health and hygiene services, contributing to their overall well-being and development.

The DC appreciated the efforts of the Poshan Department for setting up these Creches in the district and urged working mothers residing within municipal areas to enroll their children in nearby Anganwadi-cum-Creches to avail the benefits of this centrally sponsored scheme.

The inaugural event was attended by PO Poshan Subhash Chander Dogra; CDPO,   Executive Officer, Municipal Council, prominent citizens and other officials of the Poshan Department.

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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.

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