SRINAGAR: District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Srinagar, organized a legal awareness programme on the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act and Drug Abuse at Government Boys Higher Secondary School, Zadibal. 

The initiative was aimed at sensitizing students about their legal rights and responsibilities, while also highlighting the importance of legal awareness in empowering youth to build a just and responsible society.

The programme was conducted under the chairmanship of Tasleem Arief, Principal District and Sessions Judge, Srinagar, and held under the supervision of Sajad Ur Rehman, Sub-Judge/ Secretary, DLSA Srinagar.

During the session, Tasneem Kausar, Deputy Chief Legal Aid Defence Counsel (LADC), addressed the students on the provisions and significance of the POSH Act, underscoring the need for awareness to ensure a safe and respectful environment. 

In another session, Panel Lawyer, DLSA Srinagar, delivered an insightful lecture on the menace of drug abuse, its legal consequences, and the social responsibility of youth in combating this challenge.

The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from the students, who engaged actively with the speakers and expressed keen interest in understanding their rights and duties.  The interactive sessions served as an important step towards nurturing an aware and empowered generation capable of contributing positively to society.               

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). “His article, ‘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.”.  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

       LOOK_HERE.jpg Esteemed readers, for your convenience, we have categorized our news publishing into following 👇