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JAMMU:  The Department of Animal Husbandry Jammu, under the leadership of Director, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, successfully concluded a four-day Inter-state farmers’ exposure visit to CSK HP Krishi Vishvavidyalaya, Palampur (Himachal Pradesh). The visit was organized by the Publicity Wing of the department under the centrally sponsored, ATMA (Agricultural Technology Management Agency) scheme to enhance the skills and knowledge of our farmers about modern dairy and poultry farming.

A group of 25 progressive farmers from different districts of Jammu division participated in the exposure tour during which they visited university’s advanced dairy units, integrated farming models and various innovative animal husbandry techniques being adopted there.

During the visit, farmers interacted with experts from the university and expressed satisfaction over the learning opportunities provided about important topics like disease management in livestock and poultry, fodder development and animal nutrition, milk-value addition and branding/packaging of milk and milk products, etc and appreciated the department of Animal Husbandry Jammu for organizing such informative and motivating exposure visits. The farmers were accompanied by the staff of the Publicity Wing, led by Extension Officer, Dr. Mohd. Sajjad during the tour programme.

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