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  • Tribals, other stakeholders participate with enthusiasm

ANANTNAG: The Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas-2025 celebrations, held from 01 to 15 November, concluded on Saturday in Anantnag with a district-level valedictory event attended by district officers and sectoral heads, who listened to the livestreaming of the Hon'ble Prime Minister’s address from Dediyapada, Gujarat. Organised by the District Administration under the aegis of Rural Development Department (Nodal Agency), the outreach program witnessed enthusiastic participation from tribal community leaders and members besides other stakeholders across the district.

The celebrations featured a meaningful mix of awareness programmes, cultural activities, educational events and environmental initiatives. The efforts aimed to honour the contributions of tribal freedom fighters while enrolling eligible tribal community members under various government welfare schemes related to health, education and social security.

Joint teams conducted extensive awareness drives in various blocks, enabling many tribal beneficiaries to register on the spot. A notable achievement was the participation of 1309 women, who received direct support and guidance. Traditional Gujjar-Bakerwal folk dances, cultural attire displays, poetry, storytelling and community performances held at various places brought local heritage to the forefront and provided a vibrant platform for tribal children and youth to showcase their traditions and creativity.

Taking a leading role, Eklavya Model Residential School (EMRS) Salia organised a wide range of programmes, including painting and essay competitions, quizzes, poem recitations and storytelling sessions on tribal history and freedom fighters, in addition to national anthem singing and sports activities. 

Students paid rich tributes to tribal icons, deepening their understanding and pride in national and tribal heritage. To promote awareness about hygiene and environmental protection, community-led cleanliness and tree plantation drives were held in tribal pockets such as Lehendajan and other areas.

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