ANANTNAG:  Chief Executive Officer, Kokernag Development Authority (KDA), M Rouf Rahman paid a surprise visit to  Achabal today. He urged the officials to ensure proper sanitation and maintenance in the Achabal Garden and adjoining market areas to enhance the overall experience for tourists, pilgrims, and local residents.

CEO highlighted the scenic importance of Achabal in the Kokernag tourism circuit, and emphasized that a clean and well-managed environment plays a key role in attracting more footfall, boosting local livelihoods and promoting sustainable tourism.

Later, CEO visited Chhattapal to inspect KDA huts and interacted with KDA employees of the Achabal–Chhattapal sector. The visit was aimed to review readiness for tourist accommodation and encourage staff to maintain high standards of hospitality and upkeep.

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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