SHOPIAN: District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Shopian today marked the International Girl Child Day with a vibrant and informative event at the Mohammadiya Institute in Shopian. The program, aimed at empowering young girls and raising awareness about their legal rights, saw a large and enthusiastic participation from female students and teachers across the district.

The event was graced by Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel (LADC) Shopian, Rafie Ahamd Ganai and Deputy LADC Shopian, Dawood Ahmad Khan who engaged with the attendees, highlighting the crucial importance of the day and the rights guaranteed to every girl child and woman.

In his address, Chief LADC, apprised the audience about the various legal provisions and statutes protecting child rights and women's rights in India. He emphasized the role of legal awareness in combating social injustices and encouraged the girls to be informed and assertive of their rights from a young age.

The program was conducted under the guidance and instructions of Chairman of DLSA Shopian,  Mehmood Ahmad Chowdhury, and Secretary of DLSA Shopian, Mudasar Farooq underscoring the institution's unwavering commitment to promoting gender justice and legal literacy at the grassroots level.

The event served as a significant platform for interactive dialogue, where students had the opportunity to engage with legal experts, fostering a sense of empowerment and confidence among the next generation of women leaders.

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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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