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JAGTI (JAMMU): Ashok Koul, General Secretary (Organization), J&K BJP accompanied by leaders of Kashmir Displaced District, visited Jagti Colony, Nagrota, to offer his heartfelt condolences to the families of three young teenagers Sonam Dutt (16), Bavish Koul (15), and Aditya Pandit (15), who tragically lost their lives due to drowning in the Tawi River on March 29.

On the tenth day (Daswan) of these young boys, Ashok Koul visited the bereaved families to express his sympathies and stand in solidarity with the near and dear ones during this moment of profound grief. He spent time with the family members, sharing their sorrow and offering prayers for the departed souls.

Expressing deep anguish over the tragic incident, Ashok Koul said that the untimely loss of these young and promising lives is deeply heartbreaking. No words can truly ease the pain of the families who have suffered such an irreparable loss. He prayed to the Almighty to grant Moksha to the departed souls and give strength to the bereaved families to bear this immense tragedy.

Koul further assured the families that they are not alone in this difficult time and that the entire community stands with them in their grief. He emphasized the need for greater awareness and precautionary measures to prevent such unfortunate incidents in the future.

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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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