JAMMU: Today Relief and Rehabilitation Commissioner (M) J&K released two Kashmiri Bhajans produced by Athrot Cultural Foundation and dedicated to the Mata Kheer Bhawani (Kul Devi of Kashmiri Pandits) the Bhajans have been sung by Kanwal Peshin who got inspired from his late father Pt Janki Nath Peshin who used to sing these bhajans "Dodhharki Pyale Baryey" and "Shur Chuss Meaj Bhawani" written by Pt. Jia Lal Saraf at the divine place of Mata Kheer Bhawani.

The music and Video have been arranged by Ravi Dhar owner of Vitasta Music Production. The Hon'ble Relief Commissioner along with D.C Relief Vijay Sharma while releasing the Bhajans praised the phenomenal work of Athrot Cultural Foundation headed by R.K Pandita and Abhimanyu Peshin. The Bhajans were released in presence of Muktesh Yogi , Socio-Political Activist, Advisor toTeam Athrot and Dr. Rohit Koul, Director and CEO of Peoples Hut Foundation. Kanwal Peshin presented traditional Kenzi Khoas to the Dr Arvind Karwani  RRCM as a cultural symbol of the Kashmiri Pandit community  

The Bhajans are available across the globe on Athrot Productions YouTube channel and The Modern Kashmiri Pandits Facebook page while releasing the bhajans other guests greeted the Chief Guest a Bouquet was presented by Muktesh Yogi, Dr. Rohit Koul presented a Kashmiri shawl to the chief Guest for the grand success in conducting Kheer Bhawani yatra this year. DC Relief Vijay Sharma said J&K has no dearth of talent but the only need is to identify and polish it by expert hands. He hoped that the devotional songs released today will inspire young artists in the kashmiri pandit community to explore their hidden talent and make their niche in the society.

Dr Karwani praised community youth for taking privilege in preserving culture he appreciated team Athrot for the contributions in preserving culture in exile and added  that music plays a pivotal role in preserving culture and taking it beyond boundaries.He said that artists Like Kanwal Peshin deserve all the encouragement by the organizations associated with promotion of art and culture besides the electronic channels.

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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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