GANDERBAL: As part of the ongoing Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DA-JGUA), the fifth benefit saturation and awareness camp was held today at Panchayat Satrina, Block Kangan, district Ganderbal. Organized by the IEC team, the camp witnessed overwhelming participation from the tribal community, signifying deep grassroots engagement and growing awareness about government welfare programs.

The outreach focused on on-the-spot service delivery and comprehensive awareness generation to empower beneficiaries with both access and information. A wide range of citizen-centric services were provided, including Aadhaar enrolment and updates, Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY registration, issuance of Scheduled Tribe certificates, Agri allied scheme enrolment, Jandhan account opening, Sickle Cell disease screening and awareness and access to multiple other mission-aligned benefits.

In addition to the service delivery, interactive IEC sessions were held to inform and educate attendees about schemes related to healthcare, education, skill development, and livelihood opportunities. These sessions also provided a platform for community members to raise queries and clarify doubts regarding their entitlements.

A key highlight of the day was the cultural performances that showcased rich tribal traditions, fostering a sense of pride and unity among participants. Informational material in local languages was widely distributed to ensure inclusivity and broader impact.

The camp saw the active involvement of sectoral and block-level officers, PRIs, frontline workers, and CSC representatives, highlighting robust interdepartmental coordination and field-level convergence. Local leaders and community elders appreciated the initiative, describing it as a meaningful step towards bridging policy and grassroots empowerment.

The day concluded with a reaffirmed collective resolve to work towards inclusive development, equitable service delivery, and sustained tribal empowerment across Ganderbal district.

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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