HIRANAGAR: To improve public health and civic cleanliness, Municipal Committee Hiranagar organised a comprehensive sanitation and public awareness drive under the ongoing Safai Apnao, Bimaari Bhagao (SABB) campaign. Carried out under Swachh Bharat Mission Urban 2.0 and in line with the IEC Action Plan for Solid Waste Management Rules 2026, the initiative combined direct household engagement with field sanitation work.

Municipal field teams conducted door-to-door visits across the town to educate residents on mandatory four-stream waste segregation at source. Citizens received clear instructions on using four separate bins for wet, dry, sanitary and domestic hazardous waste to ensure proper processing. The teams also demonstrated correct handwashing methods and shared essential measures to prevent water-borne and diarrhoeal diseases during the monsoon.

Municipal teams also cleaned and sanitised a public toilet facility to keep it accessible and safe. Local citizens participated actively, reinforcing the community's commitment to proper waste disposal, daily personal hygiene and a healthier town environment

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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