ANANTNAG: To commemorate National Legal Services Day, the Tehsil Legal Services Committee (TLSC) Aishmuqam today organized an awareness programme aimed at promoting legal literacy and ensuring access to justice for all sections of society.

The event focused on educating the public about their legal rights and the various legal aid services available to them, including free legal advice, representation, and mediation. The programme sought to strengthen community engagement and empower individuals to seek justice through legal mechanisms.

The Chairman TLSC Aishmuqam, Shyam Kumar Sharma, urged the participants to remain aware of their legal rights and to actively spread awareness within their communities. He reiterated the Committee’s commitment to empowering people through legal education and facilitating access to justice for all, especially the underprivileged sections of society.

On the occasion, Advocate Naseer Ahmad Mir highlighted the key provisions and significance of the Legal Services Authorities Act. He emphasized the importance of such initiatives in bridging the gap between the legal system and common citizens, ensuring that justice is both accessible and affordable.

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