KATHUA: As part of the ongoing Sewa Parv 2025, a series of impactful activities were organized across Kathua district, reflecting the spirit of service and community participation. At Billawar, a Blood Donation Camp and Lok Kalyan Mela was inaugurated by local MLA Satish Sharma, where the line departments set up stalls to spread awareness about government welfare schemes.

PMAY scheme beneficiaries were presented Keys of newly constructed Houses, bringing smiles to families. The program concluded with the “Ek Din, Ek Ghanta, Ek Saath” initiative, where a plough run was carried out with the participation of the MLA, Ex-Chairman and school students, symbolizing collective effort and community spirit.

Municipal Committee Lakhanpur organized a cleanliness drive under the “Ek Din, Ek Ghanta, Ek Saath” campaign, encouraging public participation for a cleaner environment. The Social Forestry department conducted a plantation drive at Baba Birfanath Mandir Jatwal, promoting greenery and environmental awareness. Faculty of Government ITI organized an awareness programme at Government Degree College Basohli on Entrepreneurship and Digital Literacy, empowering students with practical knowledge.

Promoting health and Wellness, Ayushman Arogya Mandir (AAM) Keerian organized an awareness lecture on health and a First Aid Training workshop for 175 students and teachers. Medical Officer Dr. Bodh Paul imparted essential life-saving skills under the theme “Ayurveda for People and Planet.” A Debate Competition on Swachh Bharat Mission was also held at Govt. ITI Bani, engaging students in discussions on cleanliness and community responsibility.

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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