UDHAMPUR: Marking a significant development in the region, Chairman District Development Council (DDC) Udhampur  Lal Chand  and  Member Legislative Assembly Udhampur-West Pawan Kumar Gupta  laid the foundation stone for the construction of a PMGSY  road  from Dabrah to Chak-Partada under the State Sector. The project is estimated to cost ₹1.50 crore and it would greatly benefit the local community.

The dignitaries congratulated the local residents on this much-awaited development, emphasizing that the new road will enhance connectivity, boost economic activities and improve the overall quality of life in the area. They directed the concerned authorities to ensure the highest quality work and adhere to the timeline set for the completion of the project.

The locals expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the DDC  Chairman and the MLA Udhampur West for their visionary leadership and commitment to the region's development. The initiative has been widely welcomed, and the community is eagerly looking forward to the completion of the project. The event highlighted the government's focus on infrastructure development and its dedication to improving the lives of the people.

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