BANDIPORA: The JK Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes & Backward Classes Development Corporation Ltd., organised an Awareness Camp at Dawar, Gurez, in collaboration with the National Scheduled Tribes  Finance and Development Corporation, New Delhi.

The event witnessed large participation from diverse communities, with large presence of individuals belonging to Scheduled Tribes. The primary aim of the event was to raise awareness about the self-employment schemes undertaken by Corporation.

Nazir Ahmad Gurezi , MLA  attended the event as Chief Guest and appreciated the officials of Corporation for organising  the event and encouraged the gathering to avail benefits of Schemes.

Ashok Kumar Thukaan, Financial Advisor of the corporation highlighted various low interest loans schemes offered by the Corporation implemented to support marginalised section of society, particularly those designed for Scheduled tribe categories with special emphasis on education loan Schemes.

Mehmood-ul-Haq Gundroo, Deputy General Manager of the Corporation reaffirmed the Corporation’s unwavering commitment to empowering individuals. He urged the attendees to avail benefits of schemes and actively spreading awareness to ensure broader reach and impact.

Ashiq Ahmad Dar, Director NIELIT and Principal Boys Higher Secondary School, Gurez were present on the occasion, shared their views and encouraged participants to take advantage of Schemes while promoting awareness to ensure wider reach and benefit to many.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here
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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