JAMMU: A plantation drive was held at Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute’s (JKEDI), Bari Brahmana campus under the “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” campaign here on Friday. The initiative marked a significant step in JKEDI’s commitment to environmental sustainability along with engaging the community for a better J&K.  

The plantation drive was organized in collaboration with Jammu and Kashmir Forest Department, Social Forestry Range, Vijaypur. The participants included the interns, staff and officials of JKEDI.

Speaking on the occasion, Director JKEDI, Rajinder Kumar Sharma,  emphasized on the role of such drives in making a positive impact on our environment. He stressed that such plantation drives were a testament of JKEDI towards promoting a greener J&K. He urged the staff and the interns to make their contribution towards such initiatives. 

The interns of Cluster University Jammu, undergoing internship program at JKEDI enthusiastically planted the tree saplings and pledged for raising the environmental awareness and contribution towards the ecological balance of the Jammu & Kashmir. This effort marks the continued approach of JKEDI in promoting environmental sustainability and fostering a sense of community and responsibility among the youth of J&K.

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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