UDHAMPUR: Like other parts of the country, world Red Cross day was today celebrated at District Udhampur wherein Deputy Commissioner Saloni Rai was the chief guest. IAS Probationer Seerat Baji, District Social Welfare Officer Kanika Gupta and other officers, besides staff members and students attended the programme. The District Red Cross society organized a Symposium contest on the theme "On the side of humanity" in which 10 students from different educational institutions participated and threw light on the given topic.

Speaking on the occasion, the DC highlighted the crucial role of Red Cross in enlightening Humanity and emphasized that need of the hour is unity among the society, cordial behaviour and conflict resolution. She encouraged the students to act as brand Ambassadors to spread the message of humanity and said ‘We as a society owe responsibility in fostering unity in the society and make a progressive India.’

Samriti Sharma of Government Higher Secondary School, Tikri clinched first position while Swashti of Government Higher Secondary School Jaganoo and Simran Sharma of Government Higher Secondary School Chak Rakhwalan bagged second and third positions respectively.  Rinku Khanna and Jyoti acted as judges in the programme. Later, the chief guest distributed certificates among the participants on the occasion.

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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