JAMMU: BSF School Jammu celebrated Van Mahotsav with great fervor under the banner of its Eco Club, turning the school campus into a hub of green activity and environmental awareness. The event was inaugurated by Principal Dr. S.K. Shukla, who planted a sapling as a symbolic gesture of commitment to a greener and healthier planet.

Addressing the students and staff, Dr. Shukla emphasized the urgent need to adopt sustainable practices and take responsibility for nature. “Planting a tree is an act of hope and duty. It connects us to life,” he said. He proposed declaring the school campus a polythene-free zone for the ongoing academic year, calling upon the school community to actively support this eco-friendly step.

The central focus of the celebration was a mass plantation drive involving students from classes VI to XII. Guided by their teachers, each class planted saplings of native species across the school campus. Following the plantation, all students took a meaningful oath: “We pledge to protect this tree, to care for it as our responsibility, and to guard it like our own.”

The event served not just as a ceremonial occasion, but also as an educational experience. Teachers and environmental volunteers engaged with students, explaining the importance of trees, biodiversity, and climate action. BSF School Jammu, through this initiative, reaffirmed its commitment to cultivating environmentally conscious citizens. The saplings planted are not just trees—but living lessons in responsibility and care for the planet.

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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