UDHAMPUR: District Tuberculosis Control Society Udhampur observed World TB Day 2025 by organizing a series of awareness activities aimed at educating the public about TB prevention, treatment and eradication. The Program featured a special lecture on TB awareness by District Tuberculosis Office, flagging off TB awareness van by Chief Medical officer Dr. Anil Manhas, in the presence of Deputy Chief Medical Officer, District Tuberculosis Officer and District Information Officer.        

The van will traverse across various locations of Udhampur town, disseminating TB awareness messages to educate the public on TB prevention and treatment. Similar TB awareness lectures and programs were hosted across all Medical Blocks of the District =to ensure widespread dissemination of information. Fruit and food baskets were distributed among TB patients at District TB Centre to encourage their well-being during treatment. Additionally, a special awareness program was organized at J&K Vehicleades Pvt. Ltd., engaging employees in TB awareness initiatives &  NTEP.

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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