BARAMULLA: Minister for Forest, Ecology & Environment, Javed Ahmed Rana, today released a comprehensive booklet showcasing the eco-parks developed across Baramulla district by the Jhelum Valley Forest Division. The event was held in Baramulla in presence of local MLAs and senior officers.

The booklet provides an insightful overview of the district's eco-parks, highlighting their significance in promoting environmental conservation and sustainable development.  These eco-parks serve as exemplary models for eco-tourism, conservation and community engagement, fostering ecological awareness and responsible land use.

By showcasing the district's eco-parks, the booklet aims to promote eco-tourism, highlighting their natural beauty and biodiversity. Besides, it envisages awareness generation about the importance of environmental conservation and the role of eco-parks in preserving the region's natural heritage.

Rana emphasized the need for community involvement, calling for enhancing community participation in eco-park development and recognizing the crucial role local communities play in conservation efforts.

The release of the booklet underscores the JK Government’s unwavering commitment towards preserving the region's natural beauty and promoting sustainable development.  By developing and promoting eco-parks, the Government aims to create a balance between economic growth and environmental conservation, ensuring a better future for the people of Baramulla district.

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