SHOPIAN: Vigilance Awareness Week 2026 began across Shopian today with activities promoting integrity, transparency, accountability and ethical conduct among officials, stakeholders and the public.

Observed from October 26 to November 1 under the theme ā€œProbity for Prosperity,ā€ the week opened with an Integrity Pledge at Town Hall Shopian. Additional Deputy Commissioner Shopian, Dr. Zakir Hussain Faaz, presided over the event. The CEO of the Municipal Council and other officers were also present.

Participants pledged to uphold honesty, integrity, transparency and accountability in carrying out their responsibilities and to contribute to a corruption-free society. Similar activities were held at various locations across the district, with officials, employees and community members taking part in efforts to raise awareness about ethical governance, corruption prevention and the importance of probity in public life.

The week-long observance will include awareness programmes, outreach activities and sensitisation sessions for employees, stakeholders, students and citizens on integrity, transparency and accountability.

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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