RAMBAN: Deputy Commissioner, Ramban, Baseer-Ul-Haq Chaudhary, today reviewed the preparations for the celebration of Swachhta Pakhwada, fortnightly sanitation and plantation drives "Ek Ped Shaheedon Ke Naam," from August 1 to August 15, 2024, across the district. During the review meeting, the Deputy Commissioner assessed the preparedness of various departments, particularly the Rural Development Department, to launch the "Swachhta Sangarsh" campaign in all Panchayats of the district. 

He directed all officers, heads of educational institutions, and other stakeholders to ensure cleanliness and sanitation in and around their offices and institutions. He emphasized starting the sanitation drive from their residences to disseminate the message of the importance of personal and overall cleanliness in the district.

In line with the plantation drive themes "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam" and "Ek Ped Shaheedon Ke Naam," the Deputy Commissioner instructed the DFO Social Forestry, DFO Batote, and DFO Ramban to lead these events in coordination with concerned BDOs, Tehsildars, and the Education Department. He stressed the importance of engaging the general public to ensure a successful fortnightly plantation drive across the district.

The Deputy Commissioner further directed the officers to ensure the planting and protection of saplings in their areas to maximize the survival rate of the plants. He encouraged Youth Icons and achievers in the plantation drive to inspire youth participation. Additionally, the Deputy Commissioner reviewed the action plans devised by the Forest, Education, Higher Education, ICDS, and other departments regarding the initiatives.

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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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