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RAMBAN: The District Administration Ramban today celebrated Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas with great enthusiasm across the district. An awareness-cum-outreach event was organized at Block Khari and Block Batote drawing active participation from the local tribal community comprising men, women, elders and youth.

At Khari, the programme was led by SDM Banihal, Mohammad Naseeb Bajran, along with Tehsildar Khari, Harvir Singh, BDO Khari Urfan Yousuf Khan, Prominent Citizens and officers from line departments. The event aimed to honour the legacy of Bhagwan Birsa Munda on his 150th birth anniversary and highlight his unparalleled contribution to India’s tribal heritage, freedom struggle and cultural identity.

During the programme, officers raised awareness about the significance of Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas and the inspiring life of Birsa Munda, emphasizing his role in safeguarding tribal rights and promoting social justice. Special focus was laid on spreading information about numerous Government schemes dedicated to the welfare of tribal communities, including livelihood initiatives, educational support, health benefits and social security programmes.

Stalls were set up by the Health, Agriculture, ICDS and Rural Development departments, enabling on-the-spot enrolment of beneficiaries and providing detailed information about scheme-specific benefits.

Addressing the gathering, the SDM said that the Administration is working to ensure inclusive development and empowering tribal communities by providing them access to government services and welfare schemes at their doorstep. He lauded the enthusiastic participation of the tribal population and urged them to take full advantage of the opportunities being extended through such outreach initiatives.

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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