DODA: To bolster the welfare of tribal communities in the district, the District Development Commissioner (DDC) Harvinder Singh convened a crucial meeting today to discuss the implementation and progress achieved under various tribal schemes in the region. The meeting was attended by the PO ICDS, Doda, Sheep Husbandry Officer, Doda, AD Planning, officials from the Chief Education Officer, Doda, revenue department officials and a deputation of the Tribal Community.

During the meeting, the DDC emphasized the importance of effective execution of tribal welfare schemes aimed at improving education, healthcare, and livelihood opportunities for the tribal population. He urged all departments to work collaboratively to ensure that benefits reach the intended beneficiaries without delay and encouraged participants to share their insights and challenges to identify areas for improvement.

The members of the Tribal Community expressed gratitude for the government's focus on tribal development and shared their perspectives on additional support needed to enhance the quality of life in their communities. They also highlighted several important issues, including the proper implementation of the Forest Rights Act, 2005, to benefit the deserving section of the community, establishment of Primary Health Care Centres, Anganwadi Centres, provision of ambulances for medical emergencies and other amenities in their panchayats. The DDC assured them that their concerns would be taken into consideration and that efforts would be made to address any gaps in service delivery.

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