SRINAGAR:  In a significant step towards bolstering electoral literacy among the young voters, the state-of-the-art awareness van, "Democracy on Wheels," visited two prominent Higher Secondary Schools in the 27 Budgam Assembly Constituency on 29th of April 2025.

Acting on the directions of Chief Electoral Officer, Pandurang K Pole, the dedicated team comprising Mohammad Kamran Shamshad and Shahid Andrabi engaged with students at Government Higher Secondary School, Shogapora, and Government Higher Secondary School, Sholipora.

The recently designed "Democracy on Wheels" served as an interactive platform, effectively educating the student fraternity on various aspects of the electoral process. Through engaging sessions and informative resources available within the van, the team empowered the students with crucial democratic knowledge, fostering a deeper understanding of their rights and responsibilities as future voters.

The interactions at both schools were reported to be highly positive, with students actively participating and demonstrating keen interest in the information shared. This initiative underscores the commitment of the Chief Electoral Officer's office to reach out to young citizens and instil in them the importance of democratic participation.

The "Democracy on Wheels" campaign is a proactive effort to strengthen the foundation of democracy by educating and engaging potential voters at the grassroots level. Such initiatives play a vital role in ensuring informed and enthusiastic participation in the electoral process in the years to come.

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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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