SHOPIAN: A district-level training programme on the National Programme on Climate Change & Human Health (NPCCHH) and Snakebite Prevention & Control Programme (SBPCP) organized by the District Surveillance Unit (DSU) Shopian, was conducted at Mini Secretariat Shopian today.

The training programme, presided over by Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Shopian, Dr. Arshad Hussain Tak, highlighted the importance of strengthening climate-resilient healthcare services and improving preparedness for climate-linked health challenges.

BMO, Shopian, Dr. Mohd Yousuf Naikoo elaborated on the administrative role in managing climate-related health issues and snake bite cases, emphasizing coordinated planning, capacity building, timely reporting and effective implementation at the block level.

Physician, DH Shopian, Dr. Junaid Altaf, delivered, a detailed presentation on Snake Bite Management, focusing on early recognition, first-aid protocols, ASV administration and community awareness. He also spoke on Climate-Sensitive Clinical Assessment and Environmental Determinant-Based Screening, essential for integrating climate considerations into routine clinical practice.

The participants were also made aware about the impact of Climate Change on human health,  changing disease trends, heat-related risks, vector-borne diseases and the necessity for adaptive public health strategies.

The programme concluded with a renewed commitment to enhancing district-level preparedness under NPCCHH and SBPCP to safeguard community health amid evolving climatic conditions.

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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