BANDIPORA: As part of Good Governance Week 2025, the District Development Commissioner Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, aligned the “Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore” campaign with the Social Audit of ICDS, bringing transparency and accountability to the people's doorsteps.

This unique initiative, continuing at the Panchayat level, aims to deliver government services closer to the community. A notable aspect is the significant participation of women in social audits, enhancing governance and development programs with their perspectives.

Women's involvement strengthens accountability, combats corruption, and fosters inclusive decision-making. The campaign resolved grievances on the spot, informed citizens about key schemes, and provided services like Ayushman Cards.

Awareness camps on online services were conducted, and department representatives interacted directly with citizens, addressing issues and enhancing governance. The initiative highlights the importance of citizen participation in shaping effective governance.

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