JAMMU: Deputy Commissioner Sachin Kumar Vaishya, who is also Chairman Monitoring Committee of Eco Sensitive Zone of Ramnagar Wildlife Sanctuary, held a meeting today regarding the preparation of Zonal Master Plan for the implementation of provisions of Eco Sensitive Zone of Ramnagar Wildlife Sanctuary. The meeting, attended by Wildlife Warden Jammu (Member Secretary) Vijay Kumar and other committee members, focussed on developing a strategic approach to protect and manage the 10 square kilometer Eco-Sensitive Zone notified in 2021.

During the extensive deliberations, the committee comprehensively discussed activities that will be prohibited, regulated and potentially promoted within the zone, in strict adherence to environmental protection guidelines. The Chairman specifically directed that Jammu Development Authority and Jammu Municipal Corporation should be actively involved in the planning process. The objective is to preemptively protect the eco-sensitive zone from potential adverse developmental activities that might compromise its ecological integrity.

Eco Sensitive Zones are critical buffer areas surrounding protected wildlife habitats, designed to act as a transition zone between core wildlife areas and surrounding regions. These zones are established to minimise negative external impacts on wildlife and ecological systems, implementing regulated human activities to ensure environmental conservation.

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). ā€œHis article, ā€˜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.ā€.  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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