SAMBA: District Administration Samba today organised a comprehensive citizen awareness program at Panchayat Ghar Palli, bringing together multiple government departments to educate residents about crucial welfare schemes and services. Led by Deputy Commissioner Rajesh Sharma, the event featured interactive stalls and sessions from Agriculture, Health, Social Welfare, Employment, Handicrafts and Handloom, Animal Husbandry departments among others.

Key highlights included a Special TB awareness campaign with the launch of Nikshay Vahan—a TB awareness vehicle and explanation of ABHA card benefits by the Health Department. In appreciation of the Agriculture Department’s activities in the district, the Deputy Commissioner awarded four sanction letters for construction of low-cost polyhouses. A Systematic Voters' Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) awareness session was also carried out to encourage a participative democracy.

"Our goal is to ensure every citizen understands and benefits from government initiatives," said Deputy Rajesh Sharma, emphasising the importance of community engagement and departmental collaboration. Senior district officers and a large number of locals participated in this landmark community outreach program.

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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