JAMMU: Renowned environmentalist, poet, and retired Additional Chief Conservator of Forests (ACCF) Dr. Om Vidyarthi was felicitated for his latest multilingual poetry book on the Tawi River at a grand function organized by the Tawi Foundation (Tawi Andolan) and Namami Gange at the Tawi Aarti Ghat. The event coincided with the Foundation Day celebration and the auspicious occasion of Ganga Dussehra.

The felicitation was conducted by senior BJP leader Chander Mohan Sharma in the presence of a distinguished gathering. Senior BJP leaders Surinder Sharma, Ayodhya Gupta, Ankush Gupta, Rajni Sethi, and Vinu Khanna also graced the occasion. The programme was presided over by Balwinder Singh Bhatiya. Several prominent individuals were also honoured for their contributions, including Shri Vijay Malhotra and Shri Ved Parkash Sharma, President of the Brahmin Sabha.

The event featured soul-stirring devotional performances by celebrated local artists including Ganesh Kumar, Nidhi Dogra, Vansh Rajput, Chander Mohan Sharma, Asha Sharma, Anita Sharma, and Ram Pal. Prof. M.L. Bhardwaj delivered the vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to all dignitaries, performers, and attendees for making the celebration a memorable and spiritually enriching experience.

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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