DODA: In continuation of the Sewa Parv 2025 celebrations, the District Administration Doda carried out multiple initiatives across the district, highlighting the spirit of service, welfare and community engagement. Under the guidance of Chief Medical Officer Dr. Om Kumar, the Health Department Doda organized a series of health screening and awareness camps in far-flung areas including Lanchan, Kidhar, Dudhote, Sheyal and PHC Assar. Services provided included ANC check-ups, general health examinations, NCD and Hb screenings, health and hygiene awareness and free medicine distribution. A plantation drive at PHC Assar by BMO Dr. Syed Mohd Ismail in collaboration with the Forest Department emphasized the link between environmental conservation and health.

Alongside, Dy. CMO Dr. Sat Lal Manhas convened a virtual training session on Hb testing and functioning of UWIN portal for Incharges of Health Facilities Vaccinators and staff.   Priyanka Manhas (VCCM), imparted hands-on training to participants on registering beneficiaries and updating Hb data.  Dr. Manhas directed the staff to ensure accurate reporting and organize outreach sessions in remote areas to cover maximum beneficiaries.

The celebrations also included environmental initiatives across the district. The Divisional Office J&K Pollution Control Committee Doda conducted a cleanliness drive at Chinchora Forest, Bhaderwah, promoting environmental conservation and sustainable practices. Participants concluded the event by taking the Mission LiFE Pledge, reaffirming their commitment to protecting forests and maintaining cleanliness.

Additionally, the community at Pyt Mano, Block Chili, Pingal actively participated in Sewa Parv by organizing cleanliness drives, tribal welfare activities, health awareness programs and environmental conservation efforts reflecting unity and social responsibility. In another initiative, the Divisional Office JKPCC Doda carried out a seizure drive against banned polythene and single-use plastics at medical shops and healthcare facilities near Associate Hospital, GMC Doda, seizing approximately 2.5 kg of banned items and imposing a compound fine of Rs 1500.

These combined efforts under Sewa Parv 2025 underscore the district administration’s commitment to healthcare, environmental protection, community welfare and sustainable development across District Doda.

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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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