RAMBAN: Sankalp–Hub for Empowerment of Women, Mission Shakti under the Department of Social Welfare today celebrated International Girl Child Day with great zeal and enthusiasm at Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Banihal.

The event was aimed at spreading awareness about the rights, education and empowerment of the girl child in line with the vision of the “Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao” campaign.

As part of the celebration, baby kits were distributed among new born baby girls belonging to the weaker sections of society, symbolizing care and support for their health and well-being.

Speaking on the occasion, officials highlighted the importance of gender equality and the need to create an enabling environment where every girl child can grow, learn and lead a dignified life.

The event witnessed active participation from the District Mission Coordinator, staff members of Mission Shakti Ramban and officials from the Social Welfare Department, who interacted with the beneficiaries and encouraged parents to support their daughters’ education and aspirations.

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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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