STAY TUNED! COMING UP NEXT… THE SILENCE OF A NEWSROOM: THE SURVIVAL FIGHT OF JK MONITOR An untold story of struggle, resilience and the fight to keep independent journalism alive.
  • Resource Recovery Initiatives

BARAMULLA: In a robust effort to bolster sanitation standards and field preparedness for the upcoming Swachh Survekshan 2025-26, the Municipal Committee (MC) Kunzer today executed a dual-track campaign focusing on sustained hygiene behaviours and the circular economy. 

These activities, conducted under the umbrella of Swachh Bharat Mission Urban 2.0, were held under the direct supervision of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and the concerned Sanitary Inspector, reflecting a committed approach to closing service-level benchmarks across the town.

The first phase of the day’s activities involved a targeted community awareness campaign concerning "No Open Defecation" and "No Open Urination." In a strategic move to ensure the town's ODF status remains sustainable, the Municipal Committee partnered with the IEC Team of Baramulla to engage directly with local shopkeepers. By bringing the message to the town’s primary commercial hubs, the campaign successfully sensitized business owners and visitors alike about the health hazards associated with poor sanitation practices. The outreach served as a significant push for public participation (Jan Andolan), encouraging every resident to take personal responsibility for the cleanliness of their immediate surroundings and commercial spaces.

Parallel to this, the Municipal Committee organized a high-impact donation drive at the town’s permanent RRR (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) Centre. With the Sanitary Inspector present on-ground to coordinate the collection, citizens were motivated to donate usable items such as clothing, books, and household goods to support the needy members of the local community. This initiative is a vital component of the town's strategy to move toward a circular economy, effectively diverting functional waste from landfills and repurposing it for social good. By transforming the RRR Centre into a vibrant hub for community welfare, the Municipal Committee Kunzer is fostering a deeper sense of social responsibility among residents.

Through these integrated interventions, the Municipal Committee Kunzer is not only meeting the goals set out in the month of February Action Plan but is also setting a benchmark for community-led sanitation. 

The active collaboration between the administration, the IEC team, and the citizens demonstrates that sustainable urban management is built upon the twin pillars of infrastructure maintenance and shared civic values. As Kunzer prepares for the national assessment, these concerted efforts are paving the way for a cleaner, healthier, and more dignified environment for the people of Baramulla.

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
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

       LOOK_HERE.jpg Esteemed readers, for your convenience, we have categorized our news publishing into following 👇