DODA:- An awareness camp was organised by the Sankalp Hub for Empowerment of Women team during their visit to a Handmade Textile and Embroidery Training Centre run by the District Employment and Counselling Centre Doda. The visit aimed to interact with trainees and assess the ongoing skill development activities being conducted for women in traditional crafts.

During the visit, the Sankalp team generated awareness on various women-centric government schemes and informed participants about opportunities to avail skill training under different government initiatives. Special emphasis was laid on training and entrepreneurship programmes conducted through Rural Self Employment Training Institutes (RSETI), highlighting avenues for women to enrol in free skill development courses and receive support for establishing their own ventures. The team motivated participants to focus on skill enhancement, self-reliance and financial independence.

Trainees were encouraged to upgrade their embroidery and textile skills, explore market linkages and effectively utilise available government support systems to become successful entrepreneurs. The programme concluded with an interactive session wherein participants shared their experiences and sought clarifications regarding training opportunities and benefits under various schemes.

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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