UDHAMPUR:  Principal District and Sessions Judge (Chairman DLSA) Udhampur Virinder Singh Bhou led a visit of the Under Trial Review Committee (UTRC) here to District Jail to assess cases of individuals recommended to the Committee. Accompanied by Dr. Smriti Sharma Secretary District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Advocate Pawan Gupta, Deputy Legal Aid Defense Counsel (LADC) and Advocate Viney Singh, Assistant Legal Aid Defence Counsel (LADC) Udhampur.

The Chairman and Secretary DLSA inquired about the charges against the individuals, the progress of their cases, and any legal representation they currently had. Further they interacted with other inmates, inquiring about their problems and grievances related to their confinement. They visited barracks to assess their condition. The Chairman checked the quality of the food provided to the inmates. He also inspected the overall hygiene of facilities, including cleanliness of the washrooms.

During the interaction, the Secretary emphasised the importance of the Right to Free Legal Aid and Legal Representation. She explained to the inmates how they could access these rights and the procedures involved in seeking legal assistance. This was crucial in ensuring that the inmates understood their entitlements and the support available to them under the law.

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