SRINAGAR: Several deputations and individuals today called on the Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, at Srinagar to apprise him of various public and service-related issues and sought redressal of their grievances.

A delegation of the All J&K Non-Gazetted Forest Officers Association submitted a detailed memorandum to the Minister, highlighting key demands such as the re-designation of left-over Class IV forest employees, rectification of pay anomalies affecting forest field staff, and resolution of other service-related concerns.

Another deputation representing employees of the erstwhile IWDP-Hills J&K raised issues pertaining to the settlement of their outstanding grievances and sought early intervention for their resolution.

Several other deputations and individuals also met the Minister and brought to his notice a range of public issues, including the need for improved basic infrastructure, better road connectivity in remote areas, strengthening of drinking water supply systems, and the early disposal of pending claims under the Forest Rights Act.

The Minister gave a patient hearing to all the deputations and assured them that their concerns would be addressed in a time-bound manner. He reiterated that redressal of public grievances remains a top priority of the present government and informed that necessary directions have already been issued to the concerned departments to ensure prompt and effective action.

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