BANDIPORA:  As part of its ongoing efforts to promote environmental sustainability, Forest Division Bandipora, Ajas Range in collaboration with the Central Silk Board, India, and the School Education Department, organized a plantation drive at Safapora. The event witnessed participation from students and teachers of Government Girls High School, Safapora, who joined hands in planting saplings and learning about the importance of conserving nature. 

Dr. Rajesh Kumar, Scientist, Central Silk Board, India; SHO Safapora,  Forest Block Officer Sumbal, and other officials from the Department attended the event. Speaking on the occasion, officers and officials from the department emphasized the need for such plantation drives, especially in light of the growing threat of global warming highlighting that planting trees is one of the most effective natural solutions to combat climate change. 

Speakers urged students to continue participating in such green initiatives and act as ambassadors of environmental protection. Forest Officials further highlighted that the J&K Forest Department has launched several impactful programmes and initiatives to enhance green cover in J&K. They called upon the public, particularly the youth, to contribute actively in making the surroundings clean and green.

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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