POONCH: In a spirited display of community service and environmental commitment, the Department of Youth Services and Sports Poonch, in collaboration with the Forest Department, today organized a plantation drive followed by a friendly cricket match under the ongoing Sewa Parav campaign, being observed from 17th September to 2nd October.

The event was graced by ADDC Pankaj Magotra as the Chief Guest, who commended the organizing departments for its proactive role in engaging youth and promoting sustainable practices through such meaningful initiatives. He emphasized the importance of involving young minds in social and ecological activities as part of the nationwide SEWA PARAV campaign.

Officers from the Forest Department also participated in the event and highlighted the significance of the plantation drive as a crucial step toward environmental conservation.

The In-charge Manager, Sports Council Poonch, Mushtaq Ahmed, along with his team, took an active part in both the plantation drive and the cricket match. The event was held under the overall supervision of DYSSO Poonch, Mohd Qasim, and Incharge Vijay Kumar. ZPEO Kunyian,  Kuldeep Kumar served as the nodal officer for SEWA PARAV.

At the grassroots level, the seamless management and coordination of the day’s events were ensured by Pervaiz Ahmed Rek and Amit Kumar Rek, both Physical Education Teachers.

The ongoing SEWA PARAV campaign continues to witness a series of impactful programs daily, aimed at fostering a culture of service, awareness and active community participation among youth and citizens alike.

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). ā€œHis article, ā€˜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.ā€.  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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