• Standing Sewing Machines distributed among participants

BANDIPORA: Social Welfare Department Bandipora, through SANKALP Hub for Empowerment of Women, Mission Shakti, organised  a two-day Skill Enhancement Training Programme on Cutting & Tailoring at ITI Bandipora. The training programme, organised in collaboration with ITI Bandipora and EDI Bandipora, equipped 60 girls with advanced tailoring skills and entrepreneurship knowledge.

As a step towards self-reliance, 16 under privileged trainees received free sewing machines to help them start their own businesses. During the closing ceremony, trainees who successfully completed the training were felicitated for their dedication and achievements. Additionally, a woman entrepreneur from ITI Bandipora, who excelled in the tailoring business, was honored for inspiring others to pursue self-employment.

Officials from Mission Shakti, ITI, and EDI Bandipora highlighted the importance of skill development and financial independence for women. Participants expressed gratitude, stating that the training and support has boosted their confidence and livelihood prospects.

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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