KATHUA: To promote electoral awareness and encourage active voter participation, a rally was taken out today at Government Higher Secondary School, Kathera under the SVEEP programme.

The rally was organized under the guidance and supervision of AC Nodal Officer 66 Jasrota Mangal Singh and spearheaded by RO- 66 Jasrota Akhil Sadotra (ACD), Kathua.

The  students, teachers, and local residents came together to march through the streets of Kathera, carrying placards and raising slogans that highlighted the significance of voting for a vibrant democracy. The rally also served as a platform to inform first-time voters about the registration process and the importance of casting their vote in the upcoming elections.

Speaking on the occasion, different speakers stressed the vital role that every individual plays in strengthening democracy. They urged all eligible citizens to exercise their franchise and emphasized the importance of educating the youth about their constitutional rights and responsibilities. The rally was met with great enthusiasm and is expected to inspire greater participation from the local community in future electoral exercises.

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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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