BANDIPORA: As part of the ongoing celebrations of Janjatiya Gaurav Pakhwada 2026, various departments and educational institutions across District Bandipora organised a series of awareness, healthcare, educational and cultural activities to highlight the rich tribal heritage, traditions and contributions of tribal communities to the nation.

The Health Department organised a special healthcare programme at NTPHC Gujran, where ANC check-ups, screening for Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) and haemoglobin estimation were conducted. Free medicines were also distributed among the beneficiaries as part of the initiative to promote accessible healthcare in tribal areas.

The Horticulture Department conducted awareness activities at Sheikhpora Watrina, Kudara and Garoora, sensitising tribal communities about various departmental initiatives and schemes.

Similarly, the Agriculture Department organised awareness activities in Zone Nadihal to educate farmers and local communities about agricultural interventions and government schemes.

Meanwhile, Zone Bandipora and Zone Quilmuqam of the Youth Services and Sports Department organised a series of educational, cultural and creative activities across educational institutions. Students enthusiastically participated in painting, story writing, poetry, essay writing, photography, traditional art and craft, dance, music, drama, Nukkad Natak, quiz and slogan-writing competitions.

The activities were organised to provide students with a platform to explore their cultural roots, appreciate tribal history and celebrate the invaluable contributions of tribal communities to India's freedom struggle and nation-building.

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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