JAMMU: A farewell function was organised today at the Conference Hall of the Directorate of Horticulture, Jammu, on the retirement of Deputy Director Planning Divya Mahajan after 35 years of service in different departments.

The Director appreciated Divya Mahajan's dedication, honesty and commitment throughout her career and conveyed best wishes for post retirement life. Officers and staff also extended their wishes and acknowledged her contributions to the department. The programme concluded with the presentation of mementoes and a vote of thanks.

Among those present were Director Horticulture Gul Syed, Joint Director Horticulture Salil Gupta, Deputy Director Horticulture (Central) Mukesh Sharma, Accounts Officer Rajesh Kumar, Horticulture Information & Publicity Officer Randhir Singh Parihar, NRO Satish Kumar, Assistant Director Sunil Gupta, technical officers and other officials of the department.

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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