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SRINAGAR: In a significant step towards environmental conservation, the Plantation drive was successfully conducted  today across both Government and Private Schools of Srinagar. The green initiative was carried out under the aegis of the School Education Department, aimed at transforming the entire Union Territory into a greener and more sustainable Jammu & Kashmir. 

The drive, held in Srinagar under the  supervision of Ghulam Mohi-ud-din Bhat, Chief Education Officer , Srinagar, witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, teachers, and school heads, reinforcing the commitment to building a greener and more sustainable Srinagar. The programme commenced at the  Sri Pratap  Higher Secondary School  and later continued at Government Girls Higher Secondary School Kothibagh. CEO Srinagar along with 

Anjum Raja, District Education Planning Officer , Srinagar; Aijaz Rishi, Principal, SP Higher Secondary School; Sameena Wani, Principal, GGHSS Kothibagh;  Showkat Hussain, Incharge, Samagra Shiksha and  Hina Amin, District Cultural Coordinator participated in the plantation drive. During the drive, students were sensitised about the specific saplings being planted, including their ecological importance, proper planting techniques, and the ongoing care required for healthy growth.

 Experts explained soil requirements, watering schedules, and protection measures to ensure the saplings thrive in Srinagar’s urban and semi-urban environment. Addressing the gathering of young students,  Chief Education Officer, Srinagar, urged every student to adopt at least one sapling, water it regularly, protect it from damage, and watch it grow. He encouraged them to maintain a small diary entry documenting their tree’s progress, turning the activity into a meaningful personal and educational project.

“One tree can provide oxygen for four people, absorb harmful carbon dioxide, prevent soil erosion, and offer shelter to countless birds and insects,” said CEO Srinagar. He further appealed to the students to transform this plantation drive into a widespread movement that extends from every school to every mohalla in Srinagar.

CEO Srinagar expressed his heartfelt gratitude to all the students, Principals, Zonal Education Officers , Headmasters, educators  and students from both Government and Private Schools for their enthusiastic and overwhelming participation in the plantation drive.

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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