GANDERBAL: Continuing the legal awareness campaign started from 24 August 2026 under the NALSA (JAGRITI) Scheme, 2025.  “Empowered Youth, Stronger India”, the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Ganderbal, today conducted two legal awareness programmes at Sindh Valley Educational Institute, Kangan, and Royal Public High School, Badampora, Ganderbal.

The campaign is being conducted under the guidance of the Chairman, DLSA Ganderbal, Abdul Nasir, Principal District & Sessions Judge, Ganderbal, and under the supervision of the Secretary, DLSA Ganderbal, Sheikh Babar Hussain, with the objective of promoting legal literacy, awareness of rights and responsibilities, and empowering young persons and students.

The programme at Sindh Valley Educational Institute, Kangan, was conducted on “Empowering Youth for Evolving Future.” The session was conducted by Adv. Tariq Ahmad Raina, Member, JAGRITI Unit, who sensitised the students about the important role of youth in shaping an informed, responsible and progressive society. He emphasised the importance of education, awareness, confidence and responsible decision-making in enabling young people to contribute meaningfully towards society.

At Royal Public High School, Badampora, Ganderbal, awareness programme was conducted on “Constitutional Values, Fundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties.” The session was conducted by Adv. Bilal Ahmad Bhat, Member, JAGRITI Unit, who apprised the students about the significance of constitutional values and the Fundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties of citizens.

The students were sensitised about the principles of justice, liberty, equality and fraternity, along with the importance of respecting the rights of others and fulfilling their constitutional responsibilities. The session aimed at fostering constitutional awareness and promoting responsible citizenship among the students.

Both programmes witnessed active participation from the students and faculty members and provided an interactive platform for enhancing awareness regarding legal rights, constitutional values and civic responsibilities. That the awareness campaign, which has started on 24 August 2026, is being carried forward through a series of programmes focusing on youth empowerment, legal literacy and awareness of rights and responsibilities.  

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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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