POONCH: Under the motto 'Save Girl Child', the NSS units of SKC Government Degree College Poonch organised a series of activities under the patronage of Principal Dr Jasbir Singh. The first activity of the day was a lecture on women empowerment delivered by Associate Professor of Zoology Dr Shamim Ahmed Bandey.

Dr Bandey emphasised the importance of gender equality, women’s education, financial independence and equal opportunities in all fields. He shared real-life examples to motivate volunteers to promote women’s rights and dignity in society. He also highlighted various government schemes and legal provisions aimed at empowering women. The volunteers actively participated and asked thoughtful questions.

The second activity was an awareness lecture on female foeticide delivered by Dr Loveleen Kaur Kesar. She focused on the declining sex ratio and the serious consequences of gender discrimination.

She also discussed the legal aspects of the PCPNDT Act to make students aware of the punishable nature of this crime. The volunteers took a pledge to spread awareness in their adopted villages and encourage respect and equality for the girl child.

The third activity was a poster-making competition organised on the themes 'Save Girl Child' and 'Women Empowerment' to encourage creativity and awareness. The volunteers prepared attractive posters with powerful slogans and messages promoting gender equality.

This activity helped students express their thoughts artistically while spreading social awareness. Additionally, an awareness rally was organised in the community area. The volunteers marched with posters and raised slogans such as 'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao', 'Stop Female Foeticide' and 'Equal Rights for Women'. The rally aimed to sensitise the local community about the importance of protecting and educating the girl child.

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