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BUDGAM: Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas was celebrated with great enthusiasm and public participation at Ringzabal, Block Sukhnag, with the objective of honouring the rich heritage, culture and contributions of tribal communities while creating awareness about various government welfare schemes and initiatives.

The programme witnessed the presence of several senior officers and dignitaries, including Chief Planning Officer (CPO) Budgam,  Javaid Ahmad; Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Khansahib, Jahangir Ahmad Giri; and Project Officer ICDS Budgam, Samar Naik, besides various departmental heads and officials from different government departments.

During the programme, officers and representatives from various departments interacted with the general public and provided detailed information about different government-sponsored schemes, welfare initiatives and development programmes available for the benefit of the people. They also highlighted the eligibility criteria, benefits and procedures for availing these schemes, encouraging people to take maximum advantage of the opportunities provided by the government.

A large number of people from Ringzabal and adjoining areas participated in the programme, with particularly encouraging participation from members of the tribal community.

The event served as an important platform for strengthening public awareness, promoting government-public interaction and ensuring that the benefits of various welfare schemes reach deserving and eligible beneficiaries, especially those belonging to tribal and other underserved communities.

The celebration reaffirmed the importance of inclusive development, community participation and the preservation of the rich cultural heritage and identity of tribal communities.

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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