• DC felicitates students, Safai Mitras for their active role in Sewa Parv campaign

GANDERBAL: District Administration Ganderbal today organized an event at Clock Tower, Duderhama to commemorate the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti. During the programme rich tributes were paid to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, while promoting his timeless values of truth, simplicity, non-violence, self-sufficiency, and cleanliness.

Speaking on the occasion, the DC extended greetings to the people on Gandhi Jayanti and remembered Gandhi Ji’s enduring legacy of peace, non-violence, and community service. He highlighted that during the fortnight Sewa Parv campaign, the District Administration carried out extensive awareness drives on cleanliness, Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, and various welfare activities which would continue throughout the year.

The DC urged the community to extend full cooperation to the administration in its endeavors towards a cleaner environment, a drug-free society, and overall public welfare. The event featured cultural performances by students showcasing Gandhian philosophy and the importance of Swachhata as a collective responsibility.

On the occasion, a felicitation ceremony was also held wherein the DC distributed certificates of appreciation among students, Safai Mitras, and other participants in recognition of their active role in the campaign and their dedicated service to society. The celebrations witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, frontline sanitation workers, and the local community. The programme concluded with a reaffirmation of the district’s commitment to uphold Gandhian ideals and work collectively towards a cleaner, healthier, and more inclusive 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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