KISHTWAR: The “Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan” (DAJGUA) campaign continued its transformative journey on Day 6 in District Kishtwar, holding a vibrant outreach camp at Nalla Chandali, Block Drabshalla. The initiative reaffirmed the government’s unwavering commitment to inclusive growth and the uplift of tribal population through doorstep delivery of services and real-time grievances redressal.

The camp witnessed enthusiastic participation from tribal residents, locals and community stakeholders, creating a vibrant atmosphere of engagement and awareness. A comprehensive overview of the DAJGUA campaign was shared with attendees, emphasizing its focus on saturating Government Welfare Schemes across remote tribal areas.

Key government departments including Agriculture, Health, ICDS, Social Welfare, Revenue, Sheep Husbandry, Horticulture, Fisheries, AYUSH, Rural Development, Forest and Jal Jeevan Mission set up informative stalls to showcase their flagship schemes. Beneficiaries were provided with on-the-spot assistance, services and awareness about entitlements.

The AYUSH and Rural Development Departments distributed IEC pamphlets, while the Forest Department led a tree plantation drive to promote environmental awareness. Additionally, seeds were distributed under the Poshan Vatika initiative to encourage nutritional self-reliance.

The Jal Shakti Department conducted on-the-spot water quality testing, while the Social Welfare Department provided notebooks to schoolchildren, supporting educational endeavors in the region. The event concluded on a high note with cultural performances by local students, showcasing tribal heritage and fostering a spirit of unity and pride among the community.

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