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PULWAMA: The Viksit Bharat National Youth Parliament Programme was successfully organized at Government Degree College Tral by My Bharat Pulwama, Ministry of Youth Affairs and sports, Government of India in collaboration with Govt Degree College Tral.

The event aimed to promote democratic values, parliamentary awareness, and leadership skills among students. The topic of the youth Parliament programme was “One Nation One Election”.The programme commenced with the National Anthem followed by the National Song.

The chief guest, Principal Prof. Jasvinder Singh Speaking on the occasion, underscored the importance of the programme in nurturing responsible citizenship and thanked all stakeholders associated with its successful conduct. He spoke about various initiatives undertaken by the Government of India to empower youth and provide them with platforms to express their views on national and social issues. He encouraged students to actively engage in constructive discussions and develop leadership qualities. He spoke about the objectives and benefits of “One Nation One Election”.

District Youth Officer, Divyanshu Jaiswal, highlighted the significance of the Youth Parliament Programme and outlined its schedule, emphasizing its role in encouraging young people to participate actively in democratic processes. He encouraged the participants to register individually as well as youth clubs. Prof. Rafiq Ahmad Khan, senior faculty member of the College speaking on the occasion and highlighted the objectives of the programme.

The first session of the Youth Parliament witnessed enthusiastic participation of 16 students representing various colleges of District Pulwama. They deliberated positive as well as negative aspects of the 'One Nation One Election policy'.Participants presented their viewpoints in a structured parliamentary format before a panel of jury members, who appreciated the high standard of presentations.

After the culmination of the speech competition, certificates were distributed among participants from various institutions, including Government Degree College Pulwama, Govt. Degree College for Women Pulwama, Government Degree College Rajpora, Govt. Degree College Pampore and the host institution, Government Degree College Tral.

Apart from certificates of participation, medals and certificates were awarded to position holders. Members of the organizing committee and supporting staff were also felicitated with certificates of appreciation in recognition of their contributions.

The programme provided an excellent platform for students from different colleges to showcase their communication skills, parliamentary understanding, and leadership potential, thereby preparing them to become confident public speakers and responsible citizens in the future.

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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