BARAMULLA: The Handicrafts and Handloom Department Baramulla organized a day-long Artisan Exhibition cum Awareness Camp at the Handicrafts Block Sopore. The event was inaugurated by Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Sopore, Shabir Ahmad Raina and was attended by Handicrafts Training Officer (HTO) Sopore, Owais Ahmad ,Craft Instructors, artisans, members of various Industrial Cooperative Societies and trainees from different training centers.

Addressing the gathering, ADC Sopore, Shabir Ahmad Raina, emphasized that the objective of the camp was to create awareness among artisans about various welfare schemes and programs offered by the department.

He urged artisans to register with the department to avail the benefits of these schemes, which aim to support them in achieving economic independence. During the event, HTO Sopore apprised the participants about the various training programs, cooperative initiatives, and design support available through the School of Designs, Srinagar.

He also highlighted the benefits of the newly launched Credit Card Scheme, which provides artisans with a financial aid of Rs 2 lakh, along with a 7% subsidy for five years from the date of disbursement. On the occasion, ADC distributed appreciation certificates to extraordinary trainees from various training centers of Block Sopore.

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