UDHAMPUR: A three-day Divisional-Level awareness programme began in Udhampur, with its virtual inauguration by the   Chief Minister Jammu & Kashmir, Omar Abdullah, from the Convention Centre Jammu. The programme was jointly organized by the School Education Department in collaboration with the District Administration Udhampur here at Conference Hall, DC Office Complex.

Deputy Commissioner Minga Sherpa; Joint Director School Education Udhampur–Reasi Dr. Jagdish Chander Mehra; Assistant Commissioner Revenue Dr. Umesh Shan; Chief Education Officer and other district officers, staff members and students from various educational institutions attended the inaugural session.

Addressing the gathering, the Deputy Commissioner highlighted the significance of the three-day awareness initiative and emphasized its objectives. He informed that the programme aims to sensitize students and the general public on key themes such as road safety, environmental protection, social awareness, mental health, drug de-addiction and academic and career guidance. He reiterated that the initiative is designed to promote awareness, encourage responsible behaviour and strengthen inter-departmental coordination for effective outreach at the grassroots level.

Stressing the importance of collective responsibility, he urged participants to actively spread awareness regarding environmental protection, adherence to traffic rules, preservation of water bodies and the need to conserve water resources.

Earlier, the Joint Director School Education Udhampur–Reasi presented a brief overview of the programme and informed that a series of awareness activities will be conducted across the district Udhampur during the three-day event to maximize public engagement and impact.

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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.

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