SRINAGAR: District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Srinagar, organized a comprehensive legal awareness programme at MPML Higher Secondary School Bagh-e-Dilawar Khan, Srinagar. This initiative aimed to sensitize students about the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, the menace of drug abuse, and the crucial role of legal services institutions including Legal Aid Defence Counsel (LADC) and Legal Aid Clinics.

The programme was held under the chairmanship of Tasleem Arief, Principal District and Sessions Judge, Srinagar, and conducted under the supervision of Sajad Ur Rehman, Sub-Judge and Secretary, DLSA Srinagar. An official from the Child Welfare Committee addressed the gathering on the provisions and importance of the POCSO Act, highlighting the need for awareness and early intervention to protect children from abuse.

Deputy LADC, DLSA Srinagar, spoke on the alarming issue of drug abuse, its impact on youth, and the available legal and rehabilitative measures. Assistant LADC, engaged the students by outlining the role and functions of legal services institutions in ensuring access to justice for all.

The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from students and faculty alike. It fostered a constructive dialogue on rights, protection, and legal support mechanisms available to young individuals. Through such initiatives, DLSA Srinagar continues to reaffirm its commitment to promoting legal literacy among the youth, with the broader aim of building a more informed, aware, and empowered 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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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