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POONCH: In view of the commencement of the new academic session, the Chief Education Officer (CEO) Poonch, Mukhtar Ahmed Manhas convened a comprehensive meeting with the Heads of Institutions (HoIs) of Zone Mandi to review preparedness and outline key academic priorities for the session ahead. The meeting was attended by Tehsildar Mandi, Ashfaq Hussain, Zonal Education Officer (ZEO) Mandi, Anwar Khan along with all Heads of High and Higher Secondary Schools and representatives from 56 Middle Schools across the zone.

During the meeting, CEO Poonch issued detailed instructions regarding various academic aspects, including the effective implementation of initiatives under Samagra Shiksha, classroom transaction improvements, student learning outcomes and monitoring mechanisms. He emphasized the need for a structured and result-oriented approach to ensure academic excellence across all institutions.

A significant highlight of the programme was the distribution of the book “Transforming Educators from Chalkboard to AI” authored by ZEO Mandi, Anwar Khan. Copies of the book were provided to all schools in Zone Mandi with the objective of encouraging teachers to embrace innovative pedagogical practices and integrate technology into classroom teaching.

On the occasion, the CEO also distributed Anaemia Testing Machines to all Cluster Heads of Zone Mandi. These machines were procured at a cost of â‚č3 lakh under the aegis of Samagra Shiksha, with the aim of strengthening health screening mechanisms and ensuring the well-being of students, particularly adolescent girls.

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