SRINAGAR: Floriculture department Kashmir made its training Institute functional at Rajbagh, marking a major milestone in advancing floriculture education, skill development, and employment/ livelihood opportunities in the Floriculture sector. The institute commenced operations today with an inaugural batch of 100 trainees, comprising both growers and field functionaries.

The initiative, aimed at upgrading gardening skills, introducing recent advances in landscaping, and promoting commercial floriculture, seeks to bridge the gap between traditional practices and modern, technology-driven approaches. This initiative is designed to ensure participants gain both knowledge and real-world expertise.

The department also announced plans for collaborations with leading universities and allied departments to facilitate knowledge exchange and bring global best practices to Kashmir’s floriculture industry. Speaking on the occasion, officials said the initiative will significantly strengthen the region’s floriculture sector, enhance farmer livelihoods, and foster professionalism in commercial flower cultivation.

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