UDHAMPUR: As part of the ongoing Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan, a public outreach-cum-awareness and benefit saturation camp was organized for Tribal community members at Panchayat Ghar Pachound, Block Latti-Marothi, today  The camp was hosted under the overall supervision of Sub-Divisional Magistrate Dudu Dr Manmeet Kumar.

The event witnessed active participation of officers and officials from multiple line departments including Agriculture, Rural Development, Health, Social Welfare and Revenue, who interacted with the local public and disseminated information regarding a wide array of government welfare schemes. The Participants were informed about the benefits of Flagship government schemes such as PM-KISAN, MGNREGA, Kisan Credit Card, Jal Shakti Abhiyan and PM Surya Har Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana.

The Departmental representatives briefed the attendees about eligibility criteria, registration processes and the benefits offered under these schemes to ensure saturation and last-mile delivery of services in tribal and far-flung areas. To enhance outreach and service delivery, multiple departmental stalls were set up to facilitate on-the-spot registration, grievances redressal and information dissemination. The initiative witnessed enthusiastic participation from the local community, reflecting the growing trust in grassroots governance efforts.

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