REASI: The District Administration Reasi today successfully conducted Jan Sunwai across all 44 Adi Sewa Kendras of the district under the supervision of Deputy Commissioner Nidhi Malik.  This programme forms part of the first nationwide Jan Sunwai being held in 56,000+ Adi Sewa Kendras across the country under Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh.

These Jan Sunwai camps aimed to strengthen participatory community engagement by directly listening to tribal communities and understanding their developmental priorities. Teams interacted with residents across all locations to review the on-ground implementation of DAJGUA, Adi Karamyogi Abhiyan and other tribal-focused schemes, while also documenting community expectations for improved service delivery.

Speaking on the occasion, Deputy Commissioner Nidhi Malik said that Jan Sunwai provides an essential platform for tribal communities to voice their aspirations. “The insights shared today will guide us in refining the implementation of welfare initiatives and ensuring that development reaches every household with transparency and accountability,” she added.

The initiative witnessed active participation from PRI representatives, SHGs, youth clubs, Adi Karamyogi cadres and local community institutions. The programme also serves as a precursor to the Special Gram Sabha and the national celebrations on 15th November, marking Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas.

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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