BARAMULLA: An important awareness programme on the topic “Declining Birth Rate in Kashmir: Causes and the Way Forward” was organized in Sopore, Baramulla by Hanifa Nursing College in collaboration with Hakim Sanaullah Specialist Hospital and Cancer Centre.

The programme witnessed participation from B.Sc Nursing students of various nursing colleges across the Valley. During the event, students expressed concern over the noticeable decline in the birth rate in Kashmir, terming it a serious issue that requires attention and awareness. They highlighted several social and medical factors contributing to the trend.

Prominent doctors and medical experts from the Valley also spoke on the occasion and discussed the possible causes behind the declining birth rate. They emphasized the need for further research, awareness and community engagement on the issue, adding that more initiatives and programmes would be conducted in the future to address the concern.

The participating students said that such awareness programmes are highly important and necessary for educating society and encouraging meaningful discussions on sensitive public health issues.

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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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