SRINAGAR: District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Srinagar in collaboration with School Education department, Srinagar, conducted an awareness programme on ‘Protection of Children from Sexual Offenses (POCSO) Act, drug abuse, DV Act and Free Legal Aid Services’ at Govt. Hr. Sec. School Nishat Srinagar, focusing on key legal and social issues affecting children and families.

The programme was held under the chairmanship of Tasleem Arief, Principal District and Sessions Judge, and supervision of Sajad Ur Rehman, Sub-Judge/Secretary, DLSA Srinagar. The event covered vital topics such as Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, drug abuse, Domestic Violence Act and the availability of Free Legal Aid Services.

Session on the POCSO Act and Drug abuse was conducted by Jahan Ara (Deputy Legal Aid Defence Counsel) Srinagar who sensitized the students about the legal protection available to minors and the harmful impact of substance abuse. Real life examples and preventive strategies were also shared to help students safeguard themselves and others.

Sadiya Sidiq (Asstt. Legal Aid Defence Counsel) Srinagar addressed the gathering on the domestic violence act and informed students and staff about the importance of identifying and reporting abuse in families and in communities. She also explained the provisions and procedure for accessing Free Legal Aid, especially for marginalized and vulnerable sections of society. The programme aimed to create awareness among school children, equip them with legal knowledge and promote a safer, drug free and just society.

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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