KULGAM: District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Kulgam, in collaboration with the District Social Welfare Office, today observed ‘World Elder Abuse Awareness Day’ to raise awareness about the rights and welfare of senior citizens.

The event was held under the chairmanship of Aijaz Ahmad Khan, Chairman, DLSA Kulgam. Legal Aid Defense Counsels (LADCs) attended the programme as resource persons and delivered insightful lectures on the topic.

They highlighted key provisions of various welfare schemes being provided by the central and UT governments for senior citizens. Speakers also informed participants about the availability of free legal aid and other legal services offered by DLSA and affiliated legal services institutions.

Programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from senior citizens, staff of DLSA, Para Legal Volunteers (PLVs) and officials from the District Social Welfare Office. The event was supervised by Fozia Paul, Secretary, DLSA Kulgam.

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