BUDGAM: A meeting-cum-orientation programme and a training session for the SAATHI unit committee members of district Budgam was held today through virtual mode. The meeting aimed to discuss and finalize the implementation strategy for the SAATHI campaign, which focuses on identifying and rehabilitating destitute children in the district.

The meeting was chaired by Nusrat Ali Hakak, Secretary, District Legal Services Authority, (Chairperson SAATHI Unit Committee) Budgam, and was attended by various stakeholders including SAATHI committee members of district Budgam etc. Secretary DLSA conducted the orientation and training session of the District SAATHI Unit Members, and Advocate Javaid Ahmed, Dy.LADC was also nominated as a resource person who shared a PPT on the subject with all the participants.

The session focused on orienting committee members on their roles and responsibilities, training them on conducting surveys and identification processes for destitute children, and outlining next steps for the campaign's successful execution. Through this initiative, DLSA Budgam aims to identify and rehabilitate destitute children, ensuring their access to education, healthcare, and social welfare schemes.

The SAATHI campaign is a significant step towards creating a protective and nurturing environment for vulnerable children in district Budgam. The meeting concluded with a renewed commitment from all stakeholders to work together in ensuring the success of the SAATHI campaign and making a meaningful difference in the lives of destitute children. It also emphasized the importance of interdepartmental coordination and community participation in ensuring the success of the SAATHI campaign.

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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.

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