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GANDERBAL: The District Administration Ganderbal is all set to observe Good Governance Week (GGW2024) under the nationwide campaign “Prashasan Gaon ki Ore” from December 19 to December 24, 2024. The initiative aims to strengthen public service delivery and promote good governance practices at the grassroots level.

As part of the campaign, a series of events and activities have been planned across the district. Special Gram Sabhas will be conducted focusing on public grievance redressal through dedicated camps at the tehsil level. Additionally, special workshops on good governance practices will also be organized at the tehsil level to foster awareness and participation.

To further engage the community, debates, painting competitions, and a district-level workshop will be held, encouraging participation from various sections of society, particularly the youth.

In a significant prelude to the week-long activities, a Special Block Diwas is scheduled to take place on December 18, 2024, in Block Sherpathri. The Block Diwas will address local grievances, promote public participation, and highlight various government schemes and services.

The District Administration has urged all stakeholders, including officials, local representatives, and citizens, to actively participate in the campaign to make ‘Good Governance Week’ a success. The initiative underscores the government's commitment to taking governance to the doorsteps of people and ensuring accountability, transparency, and efficient service delivery.

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