SRINAGAR: Social Welfare Department (SWD), Srinagar, through SANKALP–Hub for Empowerment of Women (HEW), organized Community Awareness Programmes at Tailbal, Srinagar to sensitize and inform the public, particularly women and girls, about various welfare initiatives and government schemes aimed at promoting social and economic empowerment.

During the programme, participants were sensitized about various scholarship schemes, sponsorship support, skill development courses and social security schemes available for eligible beneficiaries. Detailed information was shared regarding the eligibility criteria, application procedures, benefits and the process of accessing these schemes. The initiative aimed at ensuring that deserving beneficiaries are aware of the available opportunities and are able to avail themselves of the benefits extended by the Government.

In another initiative, the Department organized awareness programme in collaboration with Mission POSHAN, focusing on the welfare and empowerment of women, adolescent girls and other community members in Zone Tailbal. The programme provided a platform to disseminate information on various women-centric welfare initiatives, Scholarships and social protection measures, while encouraging community participation and awareness.

The programmes witnessed active participation from community members, particularly women, who were encouraged to seek information about available schemes and make informed use of the opportunities provided by the Government.

The Department reiterated its commitment to taking welfare schemes to the grassroots level through sustained community outreach, inter-departmental coordination and awareness initiatives, ensuring that the benefits of government programmes reach the intended beneficiaries.

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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