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BUDGAM: Principal Chief Conservator of Forests and Head of Forest Force (PCCF/HoFF), S.K. Gupta, undertook a field visit to the Pir Panjal Forest Division today to assess the ongoing nursery management operations and the developmental activities being carried out under the Special Project Tosamaidan (CAMPA).

During the visit, PCCF carried out a detailed inspection of various afforestation and conservation works. It was informed that 207 hectares of degraded forest area have been rehabilitated through the plantation of over 1.5 lakh conifer and broad-leaved saplings under the project.  The PCCF also launched the winter plantation drive in Compartment S-8b to further restore degraded forest areas and enhance the region’s green cover.

Later, the PCCF inspected the functioning of the Forest Protection Force (FPF) Gamma Unit K-03.  During the inspection, the PCCF interacted with the officers and personnel of the unit and took stock of their operational preparedness, field equipment, and deployment mechanism for forest protection.  The PCCF directed the unit to intensify patrolling and surveillance activities in sensitive forest areas to curb illegal activities such as encroachments and timber smuggling.

He was accompanied by  Chief Conservator Forests, Kashmir, Irfan Rasool Wani; Divisional Forest Officer, Pir Panjal Forest Division, Budgam, Syed Wasim, Deputy Director, Forest Protection Force, Muhammad Sarwar Shah,  along with Range Officers and Assistant Directors of the Forest Department.

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). ā€œHis article, ā€˜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.ā€.  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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