BUDGAM: District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Budgam, under the aegis of the J&K Legal Services Authority, organized an awareness programme on the Lokpal at Alasma Educational Institute, Budgam.

The programme was held under the chairmanship of O.P. Baghat, Chairman, District Legal Services Authority (Principal District & Sessions Judge), Budgam, and was supervised by Tabassum Qadir Parray, Secretary, DLSA Budgam.

The primary objective of the programme was to create awareness among the students and general public regarding the significance of the Lokpal institution in promoting transparency, accountability, and integrity in public administration.

 Addressing the large gathering,  Nazir Ahmad Wagay, Deputy LADC, DLSA Budgam, gave a detailed overview of the programme and apprised the audience about the provisions of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013, which mandates inquiry into allegations of corruption against specified public functionaries and related matters. He highlighted the role of the Lokpal in strengthening anti-corruption mechanisms and ensuring good governance.

On the occasion, a short documentary film on anti-corruption measures and Lokpal awareness was screened to enhance understanding and awareness among the masses.  Zahoor Ahmad Malik, Assistant LADC, also spoke on the occasion and emphasized the importance of public participation in combating corruption and upholding ethical standards in society.              

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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.

— Team JK Monitor

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