SOPORE: In an outreach initiative, Police in Sopore organized an interactive meeting with retired police officers at District Police Lines Sopore to honour their contributions and address welfare-related concerns. The meeting was chaired by SSP Sopore along with DySP DAR Sopore, and was attended by several retired officers of the J&K Police.

Speaking on the occasion, SSP Sopore paid rich tributes to the legacy of retired personnel, stating that while their active service may have concluded, their presence remains a guiding force for the serving ranks.  He further added that ‘you are not retired, you are revered. Your spirit still guards these gates, and your legacy lives on in every shift we serve’.

The retired officers shared valuable insights and raised concerns related to post-retirement welfare, pensionary matters, and continued engagement with the department. The chairing officers assured them that genuine issues would be taken up promptly for redressal.

The meeting concluded with a reaffirmation of Police’s commitment to strengthening the bond between serving and retired personnel—preserving not just a structure of service, but a family in uniform. This initiative reflects Police’s dedication to honouring the past, empowering the present, and building a legacy of respect, service, and unity.

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