In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

BUDGAM: Central Integrated Pest Management Centre, Srinagar in collaboration with the State Agriculture Department Budgam, organized an Awareness Campaign on “Fake Pesticide v/s Genuine Pesticide” with farmers of Naraspora village, Block Budgam.

 Dr. Haroon Rashid Hakla, APPO (PP), discussed about National Pest Surveillance System to make farmers aware about pest or disease affecting their crops and spraying pesticides according to CIB&RC list. 

 Abdul Rouf Shah, ASCO and Nodal Officer NPSS, gave a valuable lecture about why this awareness campaign is necessary and useful for farmers nowadays. He also highlighted different methods and aspects of IPM in agricultural sector nowadays. 

 Abir Shankhari, APPO (WS), demonstrated farmers about different toxicity level of pesticides and aware them about ill effects of pesticides on human health as well as taking all necessary precautions before applying pesticides to ensure Safe and judicious use of Pesticides always.  

Kawal Nain Singh, SA, concluded the programme by briefing the participants about verifying QR codes and Batch details as well as Manufacturer details and poison level while buying pesticides from Govt. Authorized Pesticide dealers always.

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
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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