BANDIPORA: As part of the observance of World Environment Day 2026, District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Bandipora organized a series of plantation drives aimed at promoting environmental conservation.

The programme commenced at the New Court Complex, Kaloosa, Bandipora, where a plantation drive was inaugurated by Jeema Bashir, Principal District & Sessions Judge, Bandipora, along with Iqbal Ahmad Aakhoon, Chief Judicial Magistrate, Bandipora, Sheikh Baber Hussain, Secretary, DLSA Bandipora, and  Amandeep Singh, Judicial Magistrate 1st Class, Bandipora. 

The event was witnessed by Adv. Sofi Feroz, Administrative Officer, members of the Legal Aid Defense Counsel (LADC) System, and Para Legal Volunteers (PLVs). On the occasion, the judicial officers planted saplings within the court complex premises and highlighted the importance of environmental stewardship and collective responsibility towards preserving nature.

Thereafter, a plantation drive was conducted at Chittarnar, Bandipora in collaboration with the Forest Department Bandipora. The drive witnessed active participation from officials of the Forest Department, members of the LADC System, and PLVs, who collectively planted saplings and reaffirmed their commitment towards environmental conservation.

The participants emphasized the need for protecting forests, increasing green cover, and promoting environmental awareness to address the growing challenges of climate change. They also underscored the importance of community participation in safeguarding natural resources and ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.

The programme concluded with a pledge by all participants to continue supporting initiatives aimed at environmental protection, ecological balance, and sustainable development.

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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