JAMMU: Mission Shakti District Hub for the Empowerment of Women Jammu (Social Welfare Department) today inaugurated Five day Civil Defence Training Program at Palash and Parisha, R.S. Pura to equip inmates, staff and locals with essential knowledge and skills on emergency response and personal safety.

The training is part of Mission Shakti DHEW’s ongoing efforts to build self-reliant and resilient communities, especially in border and rural areas.  The training witnessed enthusiastic participation from local residents, staff, and children of Palash & Parisha, reflecting the community awareness about disaster preparedness and civil safety.

Deputy Controller CD Zi ul Haq, Chief Warden Parmjit Kumar, Deputy Chief Warden R. Vijay Magotra, expert trainers from the Civil Defence Department imparted hands-on training focusing on basic first aid, fire safety, evacuation drills, and rescue methods used to assist victims during natural or man-made emergencies.

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