SRINAGAR: The Department of Youth Services and Sports in J&K spearheaded a series of impactful initiatives across all sports zones within the UT to raise awareness among school children, young individuals, and the community at large regarding the significance of cleanliness and the essence of the day. These efforts included engaging activities such as sports activities, debates, seminars, plantation drives, essay writing and painting competitions centered on the theme of cleanliness, inter-school debates, as well as seminars and discussions conducted on the subject. These events were meticulously conducted in all 20 districts of J&K.

Director of the Department, Subash Chander Chibber, conveyed a message to the youth of J&K, emphasizing this year's theme he urged everyone, especially the tech-savvy youth, to wholeheartedly embrace the idea of mobilizing their friends and family via their social media handles and pages about the importance of clean environment for a healthy and disease free lifestyle of human beings. Chibber expressed his delight at the successful execution of these diverse activities by the dedicated field staff of the Department of YSS, highlighting the positive impact they have had in fostering a culture of cleanliness and environmental consciousness among the youth of J&K.

In most of the districts in J&K, the day started with a pledge taking ceremony under the banner of Swachhta Pakhwada. Later on cleanliness drives and other exciting activities were organized which were attended and witnessed by a large number of students and field staff of the Department. The participants joined together with great zeal to promote cleanliness and hygiene in their communities.

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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