UDHAMPUR: As part of the ongoing Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gramin Utkarsh Abhiyan, awareness cum 100% saturation of Government schemes camp was successfully organized today at Village Dharghaddian, Panchayat Pakhlai, Block Sewna. The camp was attended by BDO Sewna, Jasreen Kour, officers and officials besides members of the tribal community.

The camp was held under the overall supervision of Programme Officer Poshan Subhash Chander who graced the occasion as the chief guest. He sensitized the local tribal population about various flagship government welfare schemes. He emphasized the commitment of the administration towards ensuring the socio-economic upliftment of tribal communities through saturation of key benefits and documentation services.

During the camp, domicile and ST category certificates were distributed among the eligible tribal beneficiaries, thereby ensuring their access to widespread public welfare schemes. The Health Department, in coordination with Ayush conducted TB sputum sampling and distributed free medicines to the villagers present in the camp.

In order to educate the public about global warming, the representatives of the Forest department launched a plantation drive and sensitized the public about the importance of Forest cover. The camp concluded with a plantation drive, symbolizing collective efforts towards environmental conservation and community participation. Officials from various line departments also participated in the camp and provided on-the-spot services and information to the locals. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation of the tribal population for mitigating their problems. 

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