RAJOURI: Deputy Commissioner Rajouri Abhishek Sharma today chaired a comprehensive meeting to review and further strengthen the functioning of Seasonal Education Centres catering to migratory populations across the district. It was informed that a total of 4,110 migratory students are currently being supported through 211 teachers at various Seasonal Education Centres.

The Deputy Commissioner emphasized the need for coordinated and result-oriented efforts to enhance educational outcomes. He directed the Chief Education Officer to ensure strict monitoring of all Seasonal Education Centres so that migratory students continue to benefit without interruption.

To further support the enrolled students, the District Administration announced the provision of free shoes and jackets for the students. The syllabus shall be suitably bifurcated to align with the academic needs and mobility patterns of migratory children,” the DC directed. For improved transparency and real-time monitoring, it was decided that Seasonal Education Volunteers (SEVs) shall submit daily geo-tagged photographs of the centres to track attendance and activities.

The Forest Department assured full cooperation in facilitating educational activities in forest areas. Meanwhile, the Health Department was directed to provide medical kits at all Seasonal Centres* and ensure regular health monitoring of children through ASHA workers. Reiterating the administration’s commitment to inclusive development, the Deputy Commissioner directed all concerned departments to work in close coordination to ensure that no child from the migratory population is deprived of education and essential services.

The meeting was attended by SSP Gaurav Sikarwar, CPO, Maqsood Ahmed, Chief Education Officer Mohd Hafeez, Chief Medical Officer Manohar Lal Rana, Divisional Forest Officer Naveed Mughal along with all Zonal Education Officers (ZEOs) and Seasonal Education Volunteers (SEVs) from across the 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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