DODA: Social Forestry Department organises Plantation Drive the premises of the heritage EK Mukhi Shiv Mandir Mohalla in Doda. This initiative was part of the campaign "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam," which aims to promote environmental awareness and greenery. Various plant species were planted during this drive.

The drive was led by Divisional Forest Officer Sanjay Gupta of Social Forestry Doda, along with other forest officials. The president of the EK Mukhi Shiv Temple Samiti Mohalla, Seva Ram Parihar, welcomed the DFO and expressed his gratitude for organizing the plantation drive.

A large number of prominent citizens from the area actively participated in the event, showing strong community support for the initiative. During the drive, Sanjay Gupta also visited the Pandavas site at Shiva Dal and instructed the officials to develop a plan for future plantation efforts at this culturally significant heritage site.

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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