SRINAGAR: Sushil Singh Charak, Chief Functionary of the Nations Development Association (NDA), met with Hon’ble Shri Satish Sharma, Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs; Transport; Science & Technology; Information Technology; Youth Services & Sports; and ARI & Trainings, Government of Jammu and Kashmir, at the Civil Secretariat in Srinagar. 

During the meeting, Sushil Singh Charak submitted a detailed memorandum outlining critical public welfare concerns and development suggestions, particularly focusing on the Bishnah–Ramgarh–Samba region. The memorandum emphasized four key areas: Youth Services & Sports, A request was made for increased support towards grassroots-level sports infrastructure and activities. Local youth associations, including Mera Bharat, are actively nurturing talent and require institutional collaboration and structured support from the department. 

ARI & Trainings, The introduction of new training modules targeting rural youth and government personnel was recommended. Emphasis was placed on digital literacy, public service awareness, and communication skills to enhance empowerment in underserved areas. 

Transport – E-Bus Connectivity, In support of the government’s Green Mobility Mission, the launch of E-Bus services was proposed on the following routes:Jammu to Salaria via Rathna Morh,Jammu to Arnia via Chorli.These eco-friendly routes are expected to benefit students, workers, and residents of border villages. 

JKSRTC Employee Welfare, Attention was drawn to the long-pending retirement benefits of JKSRTC employees. An appeal was made to expedite the resolution of these cases and ensure timely disbursement to the affected retirees. 

Sushil Singh Charak expressed hope that these suggestions would be positively considered for inclusion in future departmental action plans. He also requested an opportunity for continued dialogue with departmental officials to further address community concerns.

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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