RAJOURI: The 12th International Day of Yoga was celebrated at Sports Stadium Kheora where participants watched the live telecast of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address from Kolkata. The Deputy Commissioner Rajouri Abhishek Sharma highlighted Yoga's role in promoting physical fitness and mental well-being and urged youth to adopt it daily. Yoga Day was also celebrated in all eight Vibrant Villages of the district, including Sariah, besides sub-divisions and panchayats across Rajouri.

A signature campaign under the 100-Day Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyan was also held at the venue to generate awareness against drug abuse. Among those present were DIG Rajouri-Poonch Range Sandeep Wazir, SSP Gaurav Sikarwar, ADDC Malikzada Sheraz ul Haq and ADC Ravi Kumar Sihag, who joined officers, students, sports persons and citizens in the celebrations.

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

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