KISHTWAR: On the direction of Deputy Commissioner Pankaj Kumar Sharma, Day 11 of Sewa Parv 2025 was observed across the Kishtwar district with a series of impactful initiatives dedicated to healthcare, cleanliness, environmental conservation and citizen empowerment.

The Animal Husbandry Department, Kishtwar organized a Farmers’ Awareness Camp at Jawallapur Bunjwah, where mineral supplements and dewormers were distributed among cattle breeders. They were also imparted awareness on best livestock care practices during the winter season.

The Municipal Council Kishtwar hosted a Lok Kalyan Mela & PM Awas Mela–Shehri at Dak Bungalow. The PMAY-Urban Beneficiaries were felicitated with Greh Pravesh and Appreciation Certificates. In addition, a blood donation camp was organized at District Hospital Kishtwar, where eight employees of the Municipal Council donated blood.

A Mega Community Service and Donation Drive was held at Government High School Sigdi Bhata, where students were gifted stationery, books, clothes and toys, instilling in them the spirit of Seva and social responsibility.

The Health Department carried forward the Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan through health camps and counselling sessions held in different parts of the District. The locals were made aware about nutrition, iron and calcium supplementation and family planning. The Marwah Forest Division conducted a plantation drive at Lopara, reaffirming the district’s commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable growth.

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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