JAMMU: As part of World Heritage Week, the Department of Archives, Archaeology & Museums J&K on Friday organized a Workshop and Training Programme on Conservation and Preservation of Heritage Sites and Monuments at IIIM Jammu.

The session was chaired by Director AA&M, K.K. Sidha with Dr. Zabeer Ahmad, Director IIIM Jammu as Guest of Honour. The workshop was attended by ADDCs & a Team of Trainers (10 member team of Engineers of PW(R&B) Department of each District of Jammu Division.

Key presentations included “Heritage Values and Architectural Approaches for Preservation” by Ar. Aditya K. Singh; “Conservation Pathways and Restoration Progress in J&K” by K.K. Sidha and “Restoration Workflow and Challenges” by Fayaz Ahmad Shah of ASI Srinagar Circle.  A case study presentation was delivered by Ar Abhiney Gupta of SMVDU. Experts, Engineers and faculty members actively participated.

The participants appreciated the first of its kind initiative of the Department and asserted that this will certainly strengthen the approach of PW(R&B) Department towards conservation & preparation of DPR thereof.

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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