RAJOURI: Sub District Magistrate Thannamandi has urged local residents not to wander in forest area without prior permission. For the safety of the general public, a circular has been issue which informs everyone that access to all forest areas within jurisdiction of this office is restricted from 09:00 PM to 04:00 AM. Entering these areas during these hours besides usage of fire crackers without prior permission is strictly prohibited.

 It has come to the notice of the concerned authorities through Security agencies that some civilians have been visiting or roaming forest areas during night hours, often wearing shawls or blankets besides using fire crackers of high intensity without any permission. This practice poses a significant security risk as our security forces routinely conduct search operations in these areas during nighttime to combat potential anti-national and anti-social activities by miscreants.

Those requiring usage of fire crackers/authorized access to the forest area during restricted hours must obtain written permission from the Station House Officer, Police Station, Thannamandi. Permission requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis. The SDM urged everyone to cooperate with this directive to ensure the safety of both civilians and security personnel. Ignoring this notice may lead to legal action.

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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