SAMBA: The District Administration Samba organized a comprehensive public grievance redressal camp under the Public Outreach programme at Panchayat Nai Kali, Papar Avtara in Block Nud today. District Development Commissioner, Ayushi Sudan, presided over the camp and gave a patient hearing to issues raised by the local public in the presence of officers and district heads of the line departments.

Delegations from adjoining panchayats and local residents projected several pressing demands, seeking tap water connections, adequate power supply, maintenance and construction of rural roads and coverage of eligible families under social security schemes, along with various other local developmental concerns. Taking cognizance of the demands, the DDC directed the concerned departments to undertake prompt action and ensure time-bound redressal of grievances.

The DDC assured the public that each genuine issue would be addressed within a stipulated time-frame. She sensitized the participants to online services being provided by different departments, while urging them to avail the benefits of the government welfare schemes.  The programme was attended by Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Assistant Commissioner Development and officers and heads of the concerned line departments, witnessing active participation from local residents and PRI representatives.

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