• About 2000 trees to be planted across the site

SRINAGAR: Commissioner Secretary Housing & Urban Development, Mandeep Kaur, along with the Commissioner SMC, Dr. Owais Ahmed today kicked off a large plantation drive in the buffer zone at the Municipal Landfill Site Achan as a key initiative under the ongoing Swachhata Pakhwada Campaign. This event marks a crucial step towards environmental sustainability in Srinagar. With the kick starting of this great initiative today, it is estimated to plant 2000 trees at the Achan landfill site.

The initiative is aimed to enhance green cover, promote environmental conservation, and contribute to a cleaner and healthier ecosystem at the Achan Landfill Site. The plantation drive at buffer zone of the Achan Landfill Site symbolizes a proactive approach to address ecological concerns, creating a greener landscape and the foul smell will also be minimised.

Commissioner Secretary expressed her appreciation for the collaborative efforts and emphasized the significance of such initiatives in promoting a cleaner and more sustainable future for the Srinagar. She highlighted the importance of community engagement and urged citizens to actively participate in environmental conservation activities.

Dr. Owais reiterated the corporation's commitment in promoting a cleaner and greener Srinagar through innovative projects and community-driven initiatives. Dr. Owais emphasized the role of sustainable practices in creating a more liveable and environmentally conscious city.

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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