SRINAGAR: Social Welfare Department (SWD), SANKALP- Hub for Empowerment of Women- Mission Shakti Srinagar, today organized distribution programme of newborn baby kits to girl child at SKIMS Medical College Hospital- Bemina as part of its continued efforts to promote maternal and child welfare.

On the occasion, the District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO), Srinagar distributed newborn baby kits among the beneficiaries at the hospital. The kits, comprising essential items required for the care and hygiene of newborns, were provided to support mothers during the immediate postnatal period.

While interacting with the beneficiaries, the DSWO Srinagar highlighted the importance of institutional healthcare, proper nutrition, and hygiene for both mother and child. The officer also briefed the attendees about various welfare schemes being implemented by the department for the benefit of women and children.

The programme witnessed participation from hospital staff and officials of the Social Welfare Department, who reiterated their commitment to ensuring the well-being and support of vulnerable sections of society.

The beneficiaries expressed gratitude to the Social Welfare Department for the timely assistance and appreciated the initiative aimed at safeguarding the health and care of newborns. SWD Srinagar remains committed to organizing such outreach programmes to strengthen social security and promote inclusive welfare across the district.

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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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