SHOPIAN: Continuing the efforts to strengthen the Police Public relationship, J&K Police organized a Police Community Partnership Group (PCPG) meeting at Zainapora Shopian. The meeting was chaired by SSP Shopian Sh. Mushtaq Ahmad Choudhary–JKPS and witnessed the active participation of elders, respectable citizens, traders, youth representatives and civil society members from Zainapora and adjoining areas.

During the interaction, participants highlighted various issues of public importance, including road safety, civic amenities, traffic management, drug abuse and other developmental matters. SSP Shopian gave a patient hearing to all grievances and assured that genuine issues would be resolved on priority, while matters falling under the jurisdiction of other departments would be forwarded to the concerned authorities for timely action.

In his address, SSP Shopian emphasized that PCPG meetings play a vital role in fostering mutual trust, promoting transparency and strengthening cooperation between police and the public. SSP Shopian also sought the cooperation of locals in maintaining law and order, ensuring traffic discipline, curbing the drug menace and identifying anti-national or anti-social elements who attempt to disrupt the peaceful atmosphere of the area. He reiterated that policing can be most effective when the community and police work hand-in-hand in a spirit of trust and cooperation.

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