SRINAGAR: A two-day training programme on Organisational Behaviour and Prevention of Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act was held under the joint banner of Mission Vatsalya and Mission Shakti, Social Welfare Department. The workshop centres on the POSH Act, 2013, a landmark Indian law designed to prevent, prohibit, and redress sexual harassment in workplaces. 

The programme was inaugurated by Mission Director, Nazim Zai Khan, who emphasised the importance of embedding gender sensitivity and accountability into institutional practice. Officials, administrators, and professionals from various departments attended the workshop and discussed on how workplace environments can be made safer, more responsive, and more inclusive.

The technical sessions on organisational behaviour were led by  CEO, ELFA International,  Nawab Mehran Khan and Specialist Gender, Sameena Mir. Their sessions combined legal awareness with practical discussions on communication, workplace ethics, grievance redressal systems, and conflict resolution. Participants were sensitized that not only procedures but also attitudes and everyday interactions shape professional culture. By integrating behavioral insights with statutory provisions, the programme aims to build internal capacity so that complaints are handled fairly, sensitively, and effectively.

Mission Vatsalya and Mission Shakti, initiatives focused on protection and empowerment of women and children, have increasingly emphasised capacity building as a cornerstone of reform. 

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