JAMMU: To commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Iron Man of India, Sardar @ 150 Unity March, a district-level Padyatra was organised today here from Gulshan Ground. The march was flagged off by Divisional Commissioner Ramesh Kumar in the presence of IGP Bhim Sen Tuti, Deputy Commissioner Jammu Dr Rakesh Minhas, DIG Shiv Kumar and ADC Ansuya Jamwal.

Director Mera Yuva Bharat, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh Nisar Ahmed Butt was also present on the occasion. The march passed through Gujjar Nagar Bridge and culminated at Hari Singh Park. Bands from the J&K Police and BSF along with NCC cadets, NSS volunteers, school students and officers and staff of the district administration participated in large numbers and pledged to uphold the unity and sovereignty of the nation.

Patriotic performances were presented by school students and artists from the Academy of Art, Culture and Languages. Tableaus were also showcased as part of the Unity Run.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). ā€œHis article, ā€˜When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.ā€.  Read the message here
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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