BARAMULLA: District Administration Baramulla today launched a special week-long campaign to commemorate 150 years of Vande Mataram at Sherwani Hall, Baramulla. The programme was inaugurated by Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Syeed Fakhruddin Hamid. On the occasion, a short documentary on the historical background and significance of Vande Mataram was screened for the participants.

Speaking during the event, the Deputy Commissioner highlighted the historical importance of Vande Mataram in our Nation’s freedom movement and its continuing relevance in promoting awareness of the country’s historical and cultural heritage among the younger generation. He noted that the composition by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay Ji occupies an important place in the history of the national movement and has remained associated with the spirit of public awakening during and patriotism. 

An exhibition was also organised at the venue featuring photographs, biographical sketches, and brief accounts from the lives of prominent freedom fighters.  The Deputy Commissioner and other participants also paid tributes to Shaheed Mohammad Maqbool Sherwani, recalling his contribution and sacrifice.  The week-long campaign will include a series of activities across educational institutions and public spaces, aimed at enhancing public awareness about the historical and cultural significance of Vande Mataram.

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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