SRINAGAR: District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Srinagar, organized a comprehensive legal awareness programme at Government Girls Higher Secondary School (GGHSS) Chanapora, Srinagar. This impactful initiative was aimed at sensitizing students about pivotal legal and social issues, particularly focusing on the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, the Domestic Violence (DV) Act, and the availability of Free Legal Aid.

The programme was held under the chairmanship of Tasleem Arief, Principal District and Sessions Judge, Srinagar, and conducted under the close supervision of Sajad Ur Rehman, Sub-Judge and Secretary, DLSA Srinagar.

Addressing the gathering, Panel Lawyer, DLSA Srinagar, delivered an insightful talk on the significance and legal provisions of the POCSO Act. Her address focused on the urgent need for awareness and timely reporting in cases involving child abuse. She emphasized the protective framework offered by the Act and the legal recourse available to victims and their guardians.

Assistant Legal Aid Defence Counsel (LADC), DLSA Srinagar, also spoke during the session and shed light on the Domestic Violence Act, highlighting the various forms of abuse and the rights of women under the law. She also explained the structure and accessibility of Free Legal Aid services provided under the Legal Services Authorities Act, encouraging students to spread awareness in their communities.

The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from students and faculty, fostering a constructive dialogue on rights, protection, and legal support. DLSA Srinagar reaffirmed its commitment to promoting legal literacy among the youth, aiming to build a more aware and empowered 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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