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BUDGAM: Deputy Commissioner Budgam, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat today chaired a meeting to review preparations and awareness activities regarding Armed Forces Flag Day, observed every year on 07 December.  The day holds national significance as it honours the supreme sacrifices, courage, and dedicated service of the Armed Forces personnel, while also mobilising public contributions for their welfare.

During the meeting, the DC highlighted that Armed Forces Flag Day serves as a collective opportunity for citizens to contribute generously to the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund (AFFDF), which extends essential support to disabled ex-servicemen, war widows, and the children of martyrs. He urged all departments and the general public to actively participate in the campaign and uphold the spirit of gratitude towards the nation’s defenders.

The DC appreciated the Zila Sainik Welfare Board Budgam for its tremendous efforts and continued commitment towards the welfare of ex-servicemen and their families.  He acknowledged the Board’s role in facilitating assistance, awareness, and fund raising initiatives across the district.

Further, the DC instructed the Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Budgam to formulate a District Welfare Board to coordinate voluntary contributions and streamline welfare-related activities in connection with the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund. He emphasised that a dedicated district-level mechanism will help strengthen outreach and ensure sustained public participation. Besides , ADC Budgam , ACD, DTO, all SDMs , DIO informatics, representatives of welfare board and other concerned officers were present in the meeting.

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