SHOPIAN: In a proactive intervention, District Child Protection Officer (DCPO) Shopian and the Child Welfare Committee (CWC) Shopian prevented a child marriage that was scheduled to be solemnized in November 2025.

As per the official handout, the case came to light when the Social Welfare department, during document verification for the Marriage Assistance Scheme found that the proposed bride was under the legal age for marriage. Acting swiftly, the concerned officials of the department intervened to halt the process.

Both families were counselled extensively about the legal implications and social repercussions of child marriage and were made aware that such practices not only violate the law but also adversely affect the health, education, and overall well-being of the child.

District Child Protection Officer, Shopian emphasized that the Mission Vatsalya is deeply committed to protecting children from exploitation and crimes, and will continue to take strict measures to prevent such incidents in 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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