SRINAGAR: Chairperson of J&K Waqf Board & Minister of State Dr Syed Darakhshan Andrabi visited Eidgah in Srinagar today where she meet youth delegations, sports clubs representatives and listened to their demands for the maintenance of playing field here.

She later interacted with the Sports Council Authorities regarding the levelling of the ground for sports activities. Waqf Chairperson assured the youth that their demanda will be taken care of. The representatives of the sportspersons thanked Dr Darakhshan for her on the spot resolution of their demands.

Andrabi also thanked the Sports Council authorities for their assurance of help in improving the sports field area. 

Waqf Board Chairperson took stock of the ground situation for the infrastructural plans of historic Eidgah to taken up by the Board in future. She was accompanied by the Engineering Team of the Waqf Board.

Prominent citizens of the area also met Dr Andrabi during her visit. "Our developmental plans take concrete shape always on the ground zero. Public involvement & local cooperation helps us in completion of the infrastructural projects as per the need", said Dr Darakhshan Andrabi while interacting with the people there. Social Activist Faheem Reshi also met Dr Darakhshan Andrabi. The youth delegation comprised of the Baba Mudasir, Aijaz Shalla, Mohammad Ashraf and others. 

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

       LOOK_HERE.jpg Esteemed readers, for your convenience, we have categorized our news publishing into following 👇

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