UDHAMPUR: Deputy Commissioner Udhampur Saloni Rai today stressed the importance of empowerment of the girls through education and creation of ample opportunities for them to achieve excellence in life  Addressing audiences at a function organised by   Happy Model Foundation to celebrate National Girl Child Day, the Deputy Commissioner congratulated all participants and emphasized the importance of generating awareness among the masses regarding the rights and empowerment of the girl child.

She highlighted that the primary objective of celebrating this day is to eradicate social discrimination and exploitation faced by girls. She further stated that in today’s era, girls are excelling in every field and proving that they are equal to their male counterparts. Reflecting on the significance of girls' education, she remarked that education equips young girls with the necessary skills to become responsible citizens and enable them to raise their voices in society.

The DC urged the participants to sensitize the public about grave consequences of female foeticide, stressing the need for collective efforts to ensure the empowerment of women through education and equal participation in all professions. Several other speakers also deliberated on the importance of saving the girl child and elaborated on the provisions of the PC&PNDT Act, which aims to prevent gender-biased sex selection.

 The DC lauded the efforts of the Happy Model Foundation for organizing such an impressive event and spreading awareness on this significant issue.   The highlight of the event was the formal inauguration of the newly constructed Saina Nehwal Badminton Hall by the Deputy Commissioner as the chief guest. CEO Municipality Rajinder Digra, former councillors, prominent citizens, School Management Committee members, staff members and students were present.

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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