KUPWARA: Municipal Council (MC) Kupwara successfully organised a Capacity Building Programme on Solid Waste Management Rules 2026 and its Implementation at Town Hall Kupwara today.

The programme was conducted by Capacity Building Expert Tabrez Madani  and was attended by CEO MC Kupwara, Shahid Yousuf Bhat, MC Kupwara officials, field staff, sanitary supervisors, sanitation workers, drivers, outsourced staff, President Traders Federation, Ex-President, students of various schools, and other stakeholders.

The session focused on strengthening knowledge and practical skills regarding Solid Waste Management Rules 2026, source segregation, door-to-door waste collection, Home Composting transportation, processing, scientific disposal of waste, occupational safety, and public awareness under Swachh Bharat Mission–Urban 2.0.

The programme emphasized the importance of teamwork, community participation, maintaining cleanliness, and adopting best practices for achieving a Garbage Free City (GFC). Participants actively interacted with the resource persons and reaffirmed their commitment to providing efficient sanitation services and promoting a cleaner, healthier, and sustainable Kupwara.

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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