SRINAGAR: Director School Education Kashmir, Dr G.N Itoo today kick started a mega plantation drive across all the schools of Kashmir division by planting seedlings at High School Chowgund Verinag Anantnag during the culmination event of ensuing Grand Enrolment Drive 2025. Speaking on the occasion, he stated that during ongoing special enrolment drive in Kashmir valley more than 50,000 students have been enrolled since the reopening of schools.

Itoo emphasized the department’s commitment to ensure maximum student enrolment, particularly in far-flung areas, where the drive will continue. Additionally, he informed that career counselling sessions for Class 11 students are being conducted across schools to guide them in making informed subject choices for their higher studies.

Addressing the students and  local community, Dr. Itoo outlined various initiatives aimed at enhancing the quality of education in government schools. He stressed that the department remains dedicated to creating a more robust and student-friendly learning environment. Meanwhile, Dr. Itoo also launched a Mega Plantation Drive in the school premises, reinforcing the importance of environmental conservation among students, which shall continue in all the schools of the Kashmir Division 

The programme was attended by Chief Education officer Anantnag, District Development Council (DDC) members, school authorities, teachers, parents, and students. The DDC representatives also interacted with students and encouraged them to take full advantage of the government’s educational initiatives.

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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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