UDHAMPUR: The District Administration Udhampur, under the supervision of Deputy Commissioner Saloni Rai, organized a series of activities across the district on the second day of   the nationwide Sewa Parv initiative.

The day witnessed diverse events including cleanliness and plantation drives, elimination of single-use plastic campaigns, Poshan Maah activities, painting competitions on Nasha Mukt Abhiyan, waste segregation awareness, health check-up camps, demonstration programmes under ATMA and administration of the Swachhta pledge. Staff members from various departments also sensitized the public about different government schemes and flagship programmes.

An extensive drive was also conducted by the Municipal Committee Ramnagar at the bus stand, focusing on the elimination of single-use plastics and removal of encroachments. The field staff carried out both awareness and enforcement measures to ensure strict compliance.

The initiative reflects the Administration commitment to building a clean, sustainable and organized environment. The Municipal Committee has appealed for the continued cooperation of the public in supporting such drives and contributing towards the vision of a plastic-free Ramnagar.

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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