REASI: In a significant step towards rehabilitation and social inclusion of vulnerable sections, the district administration Reasi, in collaboration with Prayas Juvenile Aid Centre Society, today launched a district-wide awareness campaign under the Support for Marginalized Individuals for Livelihood and Enterprise (SMILE) Scheme. Deputy Commissioner Kumar Abhishek flagged off an awareness vehicle from the DC Office Complex, aimed at sensitizing the public to the objectives of the SMILE and discouraging the practice of beggary in the district.

Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner highlighted the importance of sustained awareness and rehabilitation efforts for marginalized individuals. He stated that the administration is continuously implementing rehabilitation initiatives in the district to ensure dignified livelihood opportunities and social reintegration for vulnerable persons.

He informed that the awareness vehicle will travel across various areas of the district to educate the public about the ill effects of beggary and the support mechanisms available under the SMILE Scheme. The campaign will also focus on encouraging community participation in rehabilitation and welfare initiatives.

The Deputy Commissioner further informed that, under the SMILE Scheme, as many as 85 children rescued from beggary have been rehabilitated so far at the designated rehabilitation centre. Additional Deputy Commissioner Rakesh Kumar, Assistant Commissioner Revenue Nitin Verma, DSWO and other officers were present during the programme.

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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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