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POONCH: Deputy Commissioner Poonch Vikas Kundal, who is also the Chairman of the Vidyalaya Management Committee, chaired a meeting today to review the issues concerning the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya. The meeting encompassed a range of topics including academic performance, holistic student development, infrastructure challenges and water supply concerns.

Principal Nitin Arora provided an overview of the current status of the school, outlining steps taken to enhance student welfare. He reaffirmed the school's commitment towards delivering quality education and fostering an environment conducive to learning. The Deputy Commissioner directed SDM Surankote to take immediate action against illegal constructions near the entrance gate of JNV.

To address the water supply issues, the Deputy Commissioner instructed Executive Engineer Jal Shakti to expedite the completion of the pipeline project, ensuring uninterrupted water supply to the Institution. Additionally, the Project Manager of BRO was tasked with clearing debris from the JNV School premises.

The meeting underscores the administration's dedication to improve educational facilities and foster the overall development of students in Poonch. The meeting was attended by the Chief Medical Officer, Chief Education Officer, Principal JNV, Executive Engineer PWD, Executive Engineer Jal Shakti and others concerned.

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