SRINAGAR: The Central Bureau of Communication, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Field Office Srinagar, organized An Integrated Communication and Outreach Programme under Swachhta Action Programme at the Community Hall in Chanapora, Srinagar today. The event, held in collaboration with the Chanapora Municipality, was aimed at raising awareness about the ongoing Swachhta Abhiyaan (Cleanliness Campaign) and promoting a clean and healthy lifestyle within the community.

The event saw active participation from local residents, social activists, sanitation workers, and resource persons from various departments. Resource persons from various departments delivered speeches on the importance of cleanliness, environmental preservation, and adopting hygienic practices for a sustainable future.

Field Publicity Officer, CBC Srinagar, Naseer Ahmad Rather, emphasized the role of the Swachhta Abhiyaan as a key initiative of the Central Government. He stated, “This programme was organized to further promote the initiatives under the Swachhta Action Plan, which has significantly inspired and motivated citizens to understand the importance of cleanliness in daily life.” He said, the sanitation workers are the true heroes of our communities, who play a vital role in ensuring that our streets remain clean and healthy.

A Cleanliness Shramdhan activity was carried out by sanitation workers in various wards of the Chanapora Municipality. To support the efforts, dustbins, gloves, masks, sanitizers, brooms, and informative literature on the Swachhta Abhiyaan were distributed among participants, especially the sanitation workers. Cultural troupes empanelled with CBC Srinagar presented entertaining skits highlighting the importance of maintaining cleanliness and contributing to a cleaner environment.

The event was attended by a large number of sanitation workers, sanitation inspectors, ward officers, and social activists who shared their commitment to keeping the localities clean and healthy. Later, the sanitation workers also took out a rally promoting slogans of adopting a hygienic lifestyle. The participants also took a pledge to devote at least two hours a week for promoting cleanliness. The sanitation workers were also felicitated with certificates and mementoes for their contribution towards maintaining Swachhta.

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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.

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