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DODA: A one-day Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) program was organized by the District Programme Officer (DPO) Doda, S. Paramjeet Singh in collaboration with the Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) Bhaderwah, at Khorwah, Panchayat Gajoth. The program aimed to raise awareness about key initiatives such as Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY), Poshan Abhiyaan, breastfeeding, and the role of balanced diets in the holistic development of children up to six years of age.

The event saw active participation from prominent citizens, social workers, supervisors, Anganwadi workers, helpers, and local women. A variety of engaging activities, including skits, speeches, and Poshan songs, were presented by Anganwadi workers and supervisors to disseminate important messages about child nutrition and maternal health. The role of Anganwadi centers in fostering holistic child development was emphasized through these creative presentations.

Prominent citizens and former Panchayati Raj Institution (PRI) members also addressed the gathering, highlighting the importance of such programs at the grassroots level. They shared valuable suggestions for organizing similar initiatives more frequently in villages to ensure widespread awareness and community involvement.

DPO Doda, S. Paramjeet Singh, informed the attendees that over 30 such awareness programs have been successfully conducted across the district under the IEC initiative. He assured the public that these efforts will continue throughout the year to educate communities on vital issues related to child and maternal health, nutrition, and welfare. The program was lauded for its impactful outreach and collaborative efforts to promote better health and development outcomes for children and women in the district.

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