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BUDGAM:  District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Budgam, under the aegis of the Jammu & Kashmir Legal Services Authority (JKLSA), organized an Awareness Programme on NALSA (Legal Services to Victims of Acid Attack) Scheme, 2016 today at ADR Budgam.

The primary objective of the programme was to create awareness amongsts the participants about the provisions of the NALSA Scheme, 2016, and to sensitize the public regarding the rights, entitlements, and free legal aid available to victims of acid attacks. The programme also aimed to highlight the role of legal services institutions in ensuring access to justice, rehabilitation support, and compensation for survivors.

Speaking on the occasion,  Nazir Ahmad Wagay, Deputy LADC, elaborated on the salient features of the NALSA Scheme, 2016. He highlighted the Legal safeguards available to victims, including free legal aid, immediate medical assistance, compensation, rehabilitation measures, and psychological support.

He emphasized that acid attack survivors are entitled to dignified treatment and speedy justice, and that the Legal Services Authorities are committed to extending all necessary assistance to ensure their effective rehabilitation and reintegration into society.         

The event witnessed participation, PLVs, litigants, and members of the general public, who were informed about the procedure for seeking legal assistance and the importance of timely intervention in such cases. The programme concluded with an interactive session, wherein participants raised queries and were provided clarifications regarding the Scheme and related legal remedies.

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