KISHTWAR: Under the directions of Deputy Commissioner, Pankaj Kumar Sharma, a series of impactful activities centered on healthcare, cleanliness, environmental sustainability and citizen empowerment were organized across Kishtwar district on Day 13 of Sewa Parv 2025.

The Municipal Council Kishtwar identified and cleared a Cleanliness Target Unit (CTU) at Asrarabad Mohalla (Ward No. 9). The drive, actively supported by ULB staff and Swachhata Executives, sought to eliminate unclean spots and improve sanitation while reinforcing the message of environmental responsibility.

At Palmar, the Marwah Forest Division celebrated Sewa Parv by distributing and planting new saplings, promoting a greener and healthier environment for future generations.

A notable humanitarian gesture was witnessed in Layee Padder, where students and teachers of local Government Degree College organized a donation drive for Girdhari Lal, a bedridden resident suffering from spinal injuries. The group pooled resources to provide essential ration items including rice, wheat, oil, pulses and other household necessities, for the family.

A capacity-building program under Mission Yuva was organised at Government ITI Kishtwar to empower applicants with skill-based training. The ICDS Department conducted special drives across all Anganwadi Centres (AWCs) of the district to generate Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry (APAAR) IDs and Aadhaar Cards for beneficiaries aged 3 to 6 years.

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