REASI: Under the leadership of Chairman, District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Reasi and Principal District and Sessions Judge, Khalil Choudhary and the guidance of Secretary DLSA Reasi, Pooja Gupta, an awareness programme on ‘Mediation for Nation 2.0’ was organised by Para Legal Volunteers of Tehsil Legal Services Committee (TLSC) Mahore at Mahore Court Complex today.

Participants were sensitised about the importance of mediation as an effective Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanism. The gathering was informed that mediation is a voluntary, confidential and speedy process that ensures justice in an accessible and less adversarial manner. The programme aimed to educate the general public about the concept and benefits of mediation.

Separately, an awareness programme on ‘Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao’ was conducted by Para Legal Volunteers of TLSC Katra at Village Buttan, Katra. The programme highlighted the scheme and elaborated on various government initiatives for the welfare, education and empowerment of girls, including scholarships, health benefits and legal protections.

Additionally, an awareness programme on Lok Adalat was organised by Para Legal Volunteers (PLVs) of DLSA Reasi at various locations in the district under the guidance of Secretary DLSA Reasi, Pooja Gupta. The drive aimed to spread awareness regarding the significance of Lok Adalat as an effective dispute resolution mechanism. PLVs sensitised participants about the upcoming Lok Adalat, its objectives and the types of cases that can be amicably settled including bank recovery matters, matrimonial disputes, MACT cases, electricity and water bill disputes, compoundable criminal cases and other civil matters.

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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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