KULGAM: As part of Good Governance Week under the initiative “Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore,” a District-Level Good Governance Workshop was held today at Mini-Secretariat Kulgam. The workshop aimed at sharing best practices, success stories, and innovative, citizen-centric initiatives undertaken by various departments to strengthen transparent and responsive governance.

Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kulgam, Viqar Ahmad Giri in his address highlighted the objective of the workshop, emphasizing the need for innovative approaches and community-driven solutions to achieve sustainable development goals. The workshop held detailed discussion on preparing a Vision Document for the District Kulgam for the year 2047, District @100.

During the workshop, panelists and representatives from various departments engaged in detailed discussions on key sectors critical to the district’s long-term growth. The participants shared insights, experiences, and strategic recommendations across a wide spectrum of development themes.

Key subjects deliberated during the workshop included Education and Skill Development, Environmental Sustainability, Youth and Sports Development, and sharing of Good Governance Practices and Initiatives. They shared valuable perspectives and reaffirmed their commitment to collaboratively work towards achieving the envisioned goals for the district.

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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