SAMBA: Dr. Devinder Kumar Manyal, MLA Ramgarh and Former Minister for Health & Medical Education, J&K, graced a programme at RR Farm, Village Diani in Ramgarh Assembly Constituency as the Chief Guest. The event showcased Frontline Demonstrations on Wheat for Scheduled Caste Farmers, organised by Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Samba, Directorate of Extension, SKUAST-Jammu. 

Dr. Sanjay Khajuria, Head KVK Samba, welcomed Dr. Manyal and briefed him on ongoing scientific interventions aimed at boosting wheat productivity through modern, technology-driven farming practices. 

As part of the programme, Dr. Manyal distributed wheat seed bags to beneficiary farmers and lauded KVK Samba for its committed field-level outreach. He highlighted the importance of adopting improved seed varieties, advanced agronomic practices, and scientific methods to increase yield and strengthen the region’s agricultural economy. 

Prominent attendees included Dr. Shalini Khajuria, Chetna Skolia (FPO DO), Former BDC Chairman Radha Sham, President Bainglar Narinder Singh Jamwal, President Rajpura Asha Rani, besides several former Sarpanchs and Panchs. 

In his address, Dr. Manyal underscored the transformative reforms introduced under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, describing them as a driving force behind the ongoing revolution in India’s agriculture sector. He reiterated his commitment to farmer-centric development, infrastructure expansion, and continuous welfare initiatives across the Ramgarh Assembly Constituency.

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