RAJOURI: In a compassionate outreach to the border residents, Deputy Commissioner Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma visited  shelling hit villages of Lam, Laroka, and Qila Darhal to assess the ground situation  and interacted with the affected families.

During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner took firsthand stock of the damage caused to residential properties and other assets. While expressing solidarity with the affected persons, he assured them that the District Administration stands firmly with them in this hour of need.

He directed the field functionaries to expedite the assessment of damages to private property so that relief and compensation can be provided to the affected as per the norms. "The safety and well-being of border residents is our top priority. All possible support will be provided to the affected families," the DC assured.

Additional Deputy Commissioner Nowshera, Pritam Lal Thapa, along with officers from Revenue, Police, and other concerned departments, accompanied the Deputy Commissioner during the visit.

The Deputy Commissioner also reiterated the commitment of the administration to maintain continuous coordination with the security forces and other stakeholders to ensure the safety and timely support to the border population.

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