UDHAMPUR: The District Veterinary Hospital Udhampur marked World Animal Day with a series of impactful events focused on animal welfare, direct aid and community awareness. The celebration encompassed treatment and rehabilitation services for animals, a donation drive for animal welfare and educational outreach to animal owners regarding good animal health practices. The event was spearheaded by Dr. Shevatambri Khajuria, the Chief Animal Husbandry Officer Udhampur.

The day's activities included an animal welfare event providing direct help to animals. This involved treatment and rehabilitation services offered at the animal shelters of local bodies and non-governmental organizations (NGOs), ensuring immediate care for animals in need. Additionally, a significant animal welfare donation drive was conducted, collecting money, food and clothing to support ongoing animal care efforts.

A crucial component of the celebration was the awareness campaign aimed at educating animal owners on good animal health practices, promoting responsible pet ownership and preventative care.

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