JAMMU: The toll free service of Directorate of Tourism Jammu has provided at hand support to a tourist from Gujarat state, reflecting its reliability. The Directorate of Tourism Jammu operates a 24x7 toll free multilingual helpline to assist tourists visiting Jammu division to make their journey memorable and hassle free as it provides assistance during the time of distress and can alert concerned authorities, if required.

A tourist from Morbi, Gujarat- Sh. Ashok approached the helpline in the morning and was having issues in securing a refund with a cancelled local service due to the prevailing situation.

The tourist reached out to the Directorate's Helpline No.18008908457 and the complaint was forwarded to the Tourist Officer, Udhampur- Dr. Rajesh Raina. The officer promptly addressed the complaint on the directions of Director Tourism, Jammu-Dr. Vikas Gupta and secured the refund of the full amount for the Tourist. The Tourist has confirmed the receipt of refund and expressed gratitude to the Department of Tourism and the Tourist Office, Udhampur for their swift response.

Joint Director Tourism Jammu, Aijaz Qaiser has advised all the incoming tourists to reach out to the helpline anytime in case of any assistance and distress. The public is further requested to avail travel services only from the units registered with the Department of Tourism.

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