SRINAGAR: Secretary Health & Medical Education (H&ME), Dr. Syed Abid Rasheed Shah, today chaired a meeting at Civil Secretariat here to review the healthcare arrangements for ongoing holy month of Muharram. The meeting was attended by Director of Health Services for Kashmir,  Director of Health Services for Jammu, Chief Medical Officers (CMOs) of all districts and other senior officers of the department.

During the meeting, Dr. Abid emphasized on the need to ensure adequate healthcare facilities during Muharram, particularly in areas where processions will take place. He stressed on importance of having medicines and ambulances readily available at Primary Health Centers (PHCs) and Trauma Centers, and directed that these facilities should remain operational round the clock. He instructed the directors to maintain close coordination with authorities at Government Medical Colleges (GMCs) and Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) to ensure all healthcare needs during Muharram are seamlessly met.

Dr. Abid also directed both directors to conduct daily reviews of the arrangements in areas expecting large processions. He also gave particular instructions to CMOs to keep provision of all essential medical services at key locations, especially during mourning congregations in consultation with local Shia community representatives to prevent any inconvenience.

Directors and CMOs from districts including Srinagar, Budgam, Baramulla, Poonch, and Jammu briefed the Secretary on the arrangements at key locations. They outlined preparations to ensure the availability of ambulances, medications and other essential supplies in areas where Muharram processions are expected.

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

       LOOK_HERE.jpg Esteemed readers, for your convenience, we have categorized our news publishing into following 👇