SHOPIAN: Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Shopian, Dr. Zakir Hussain Faaz who is also the Chairman of the Sub-Divisional Level Committee (SDLC), today convened a meeting to review cases under the Forest Rights Act (FRA) at the Mini Secretariat, Shopian.

The meeting was held to deliberate upon and scrutinize FRA-related cases in a coordinated manner to ensure timely and transparent disposal as per laid-down guidelines. Officers from the Revenue, Forest, Wildlife and Rural Development Departments participated in the meeting and shared inputs relevant to their jurisdictions.

ADC emphasized inter-departmental coordination and directed the concerned officers to furnish requisite records and inputs promptly so that genuine FRA claims are processed efficiently. Stress was laid on adherence to rules, verification on ground and expeditious resolution of pending cases. DFO, Wildlife Warden, Executive Engineer, Jal Shakti, BDO, Shopian and other concerned were present in the meeting.

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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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