KATRA: Unnat Bharat Abhiyaan Cell of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) organized a Tree Plantation Drive on Martyrs' Day to honor the brave souls who sacrificed their lives for the nation. The event aimed to promote environmental sustainability while paying tribute to the martyrs Saheed Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev for their extreme sacrifices for the motherland.

The event included various activities, including a speech on Martyr’s Day, a videoclip on the life of Saheed-e-azam Bhagat Singh, a Quiz Competition, and aphotography contest. The drive witnessed enthusiastic participation from facultymembers, students, and staff, who planted various indigenous tree species withinthe university campus. The initiative aligns with the objectives of Unnat BharatAbhiyaan, which focuses on rural development and community engagement throughsustainable practices.

The plantation drive also served as a reminder of thesacrifices made by the martyrs and the responsibility of citizens to uphold theirlegacy through constructive actions.Faculty members, Dr. Bharat Bhushan Jindal, Dr. Anil Kumar Bhardwaj, and Dr.Sunny Kumar Sharma participated actively in the event, along with studentvolunteers Anurag, Ravish, Utkarsh, Kamaljeet, Anshika, Mrinal, Krishav, Rathik, andSourav. SMVDU remains committed to fostering environmental consciousness amongstudents and the local community. The university will continue to organize similarinitiatives to encourage sustainable development and active participation in nation-building efforts.

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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