GANDERBAL: A comprehensive SVEEP workshop focusing on the upcoming Special Summary Revision (SSR) 2025 was conducted today at the meeting hall of the Zonal Education Office, Kangan. The event witnessed active participation of AAYAs and helpers from across the zone, symbolizing grassroots commitment to strengthening democratic participation.

Organised by the District Nodal Officer SVEEP Ganderbal, Rumysa Sangeen (Deputy Chief Education Officer Ganderbal), the workshop underscored pivotal role of voter education at the foundational level. Officers from the Education department and seasoned Election Master Trainers delivered insightful deliberations on the core objectives of SVEEP and its execution strategy for SSR 2025.

The sessions emphasized the importance of inclusive electoral rolls, timely corrections, and the enrollment of eligible voters, particularly women and marginalized groups. With a focus on enhancing electoral literacy, speakers encouraged the participants to serve as catalysts of democratic awareness in their respective schools and communities.

The interactive nature of the workshop fostered a vibrant exchange of ideas and queries. The presence of enthusiastic AAYAs reflected their zeal to contribute meaningfully to the democratic framework. Deliberations also highlighted the essential role of school-level staff in disseminating voter-centric knowledge. The workshop concluded with a collective commitment to achieving cent percent enrollment and awareness in the zone.

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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