BANDIPORA: As part of the ongoing observance of Janjatiya Gaurav Pakhwada 2026, various activities were organised across district Bandipora by different departments to celebrate tribal heritage, promote cultural awareness and highlight the rights and welfare of tribal communities.

Painting competition was organised at Chandaji as part of the JJGD celebrations. Meanwhile, the Horticulture Department, Bandipora, organised awareness programmes and activities at Chontimulla, Gujran, Tulail and village Pethkoote (Chandaji). A dance competition was also organised at the Gujjar and Bakerwal Boys Hostel, Bandipora, showcasing the rich cultural traditions of tribal communities.

As part of the celebrations, Gram Sabhas focusing on the Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006, were organised at Seva Kendra Kanzalwan, Block Bagtore, and Panchayat Halqa CA Khan, Block Arin, to sensitise participants about forest rights and community participation.

The Youth Services and Sports (YSS) Department, Bandipora, organised various activities under the campaign, witnessing participation in art and cultural activities and other activities.

Meanwhile, Janjatiya Gaurav Pakhwada was also observed at Ayushman Arogya Mandir PTL, where health services, including ANC check-ups, NCD screening, haemoglobin estimation and free distribution of medicines, were provided to beneficiaries.

The activities aimed at promoting awareness about tribal heritage, safeguarding traditional cultural practices and ensuring greater participation of tribal communities in government welfare initiatives.

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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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