SHOPIAN: As part of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) nationwide "Safai Apnao, Bimaari Bhagao" campaign under Swachh Bharat Mission–Urban 2.0, the Municipal Council (MC) Shopian today conducted a comprehensive cleanliness drive at Sanglo Nallah to promote sanitation, protect local water resources and prevent water-borne diseases during the monsoon season.

The drive witnessed active participation from Municipal Council officials, Swachhata Executives, Community Mobilizers, sanitation workers and local residents, who jointly removed solid waste, plastic debris, silt and other obstructions from the water body and its adjoining banks, restoring the natural flow of water.

Alongside the cleanup, awareness sessions were conducted to educate residents and commercial establishments about the harmful effects of dumping waste into water bodies. Participants were urged to adopt source segregation, responsible waste disposal and community-led sanitation practices.

The initiative reflects the Municipal Council Shopian's continued commitment to maintaining a clean environment, safeguarding public health and encouraging active public participation in building a cleaner, healthier and more resilient Shopian.

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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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