GOOL: To strengthen citizen-centric governance and ensure effective delivery of public services at the grassroots level, a public grievance redressal camp was today held at Village Ashmar in Block Sangaldan. The camp provided an effective platform to the residents to directly raise their grievances before the administration and seek on the spot redressal.

The camp was attended by Tehsildar Harjeet Singh, Naib Tehsildar Shabir Ahmad besides officers and officials from the line departments. The officials interacted with the public and listened to their concerns. Several grievances related to essential services were resolved on the spot, while others were noted for prompt follow-up. The Tehsildar instructed concerned officials to keep applicants informed about the status and progress of their cases to maintain transparency and public trust.

The presence of officers from Agriculture, Sericulture, Fisheries, Power Development Department (PDD), Health, ICDS, Public Works Department (PWD), Horticulture, Sheep, Animal Husbandry, Revenue, Rural Development Department (RDD) and Education ensured swift clarification of issues and expedited decision-making, resulting in effective resolution of public grievances. The residents of Ashmar and adjoining areas appreciated the initiative and expressed satisfaction over the prompt and responsive approach of the administration.  

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