SHOPIAN: Sankalp Hub for Empowerment of Women, Mission Shakti Shopian, in collaboration with the Department of Health, organized a Capacity Building Programme for ASHA Workers under the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) initiative at the Mini Secretariat Shopian today.

The programme aimed to enhance the knowledge and skills of ASHA workers who play an important role in promoting maternal and child health, nutrition awareness, and preventive healthcare at the grassroots level.

On the occasion, the Chief Medical Officer Shopian, Arshid Hussain Tak highlighted the vital role of ASHA workers in strengthening healthcare delivery in rural and remote areas. He appreciated their dedication in spreading awareness about maternal health, institutional deliveries, immunization, and child care.

Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Shopian, Nazir Ahmad also addressed the gathering and stressed the importance of continuous training for frontline health workers. He encouraged ASHA workers to promote safe motherhood practices and awareness about the importance of protecting and educating the girl child in line with the objectives of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao.

CHO Hermain shared insights on community health initiatives and emphasized the importance of coordination between health workers and community institutions to ensure that government health schemes reach the intended beneficiaries. The Gender Specialist from Sankalp Hub for Empowerment of Women, Mission Shakti Shopian sensitized participants about gender equality, women’s rights, and awareness about government welfare schemes for women and girls.

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