SHOPIAN: In a significant stride toward enhancing rural sanitation in Zainapora area of the district, Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Zainapora, Showkat Hussain Ganie today flagged-off six sanitation vehicles, including Hoopers and Dumpers, dedicated to bolstering cleanliness efforts.

The flag-off ceremony was held in the presence of ACD Shopian, Manzoor Ahmad and BDOs Chitragam, Zainapora, Imamsahib, Herman, and Kaprin. These vehicles were formally handed over to the respective BDOs to support ongoing waste management initiatives under the Swachh Bharat Mission.

The new additions are expected to significantly improve waste collection, segregation and disposal in rural areas. Speaking at the occasion, MLA reiterated the government’s commitment to ensuring better public health and environmental hygiene in rural communities. “The deployment of these sanitation vehicles is a vital step toward realizing our vision of a clean, green and healthy rural environment,” MLA stated.

ACD, Shopian, commended the coordinated efforts of local administrative bodies and emphasized the importance of sustained community involvement. The ceremony witnessed enthusiastic participation from local officials, Panchayat representatives and members of the public, who welcomed the initiative and pledged their continued support in maintaining cleanliness in their areas.

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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.

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