KULGAM: World Environment Day campaign-2025 was kick-started on Monday by the Department of Environmental Science, Govt. Degree College Kulgam in collaboration with NSS unit of the college on the theme ‘Ending Plastic Pollution Globally’ under the slogan ‘One Nation, One Mission: End Plastic Pollution’. The campaign will conclude with the grand celebration of the main event on the 05th June 2025 (World Environment Day).

Principal of the college, Prof. (Dr.) M Abbas Shah in his address emphasized on the importance of protecting the natural environment from plastic pollution and sensitized students about various environmental issues humanity is facing. Invited speaker on the occasion, Dr. Suhaib Ahmad Bandh, Assistant Professor (Environmental Science) Department of Environmental Science Sri Pratap College Srinagar in his talk gave a detailed presentation on Plastic pollution. He also laid emphasis on the technological options for the revival of ecosystems affected by plastic pollution.

Head, Department of Environmental Science and organizing secretary of the program, Dr. Gowhar Hamid Dar highlighted the historical importance of the day and deliberated upon the significance of putting an end to the plastic pollution. He also spoke about the negative impacts of plastic pollution on our critical environs. The program was attended by the students and the staff of the college.

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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