SHOPIAN: A month-long Road Safety awareness campaign, organised by Motor Vehicles Department (MVD) Shopian, concluded today with a valedictory programme here at Rising Genius School, Gagren.

The campaign witnessed a series of awareness activities including seminars, rallies, interactive sessions and outreach programmes aimed at sensitizing drivers, pedestrians, students and the general public about traffic rules and road discipline.

Speaking on the occasion, the authorities highlighted that road safety is a collective responsibility and stressed the need for strict adherence to traffic regulations, use of helmets and seat belts, avoidance of over-speeding and zero tolerance towards drunken driving.

Emphasis was also laid on protecting vulnerable road users and ensuring safety of school children and pedestrians. Officials from the transport department, Police, education department, health sector, civil society members and volunteers actively participated in the month-long initiative, making it a people-centric movement.

The programme concluded with a pledge to continue sustained efforts beyond the Road Safety month to reduce road accidents and save precious lives through awareness, enforcement and community participation.

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