KULGAM: Swachhata Pakhwada 'The Shuchita Sangram' kick started at Kulgam with the main event held  at the Mini-Secretariat, Kulgam. The programme was launched by the District Development Council Chairperson Mohammad Afzal Parrey and Deputy Commissioner Kulgam Athar Aamir Khan in presence of DDC members and other officers of District Administration.

On the occasion, a pledge-taking ceremony was held in which participants pledged to keep surroundings clean. To raise public awareness, the “Swachhata Rath” was flagged off by the District Development Council Chairperson and  Deputy Commissioner of Kulgam. Adding to the significance of the event, a plantation drive was also conducted in collaboration with the Forest Department under the slogan “Ek ped Shaheed ke naam, Ek ped maa ke naam”. In line with the scheduled activities, pledge-taking ceremonies were also held across all Government Offices, Educational Institutions, and Panchayat Ghars at the Block and Panchayat levels.

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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